Variegated plants(plants with white streaks or spots) do not make good weeds. They are cultivated for their attractive appearance but often do not fare well in nature. Why might this be?
Why do variegated plants( plants with white streaks or spots) not fare well in nature?
The more the white in the variegation, the less chlorophyll in the plant. Plants store carbohydrates by processes in the green parts of the foliage. The smaller the percentage of green in the foliage, the lower the rate of synthesized carbohydrates. The fewer stored carbs, the less the plant is able to store winter hardiness, handle drought, etc.
Reply:The ones w/yellow streaks live longer,they run and hide.
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