Tradescantia (Wandering Dude)

Tradescantia zebrina

Family

Commelinaceae

Origin

Mexico, Central America

Difficulty

Easy

Sunlight

Bright indirect light

Water

Weekly

Temperature

15-27°C

Soil

Well-draining mix

Flowering

Small purple/pink flowers

Height

Trailing 30-60cm

Tradescantia zebrina has stunning trailing leaves with purple and silver stripes on top and deep purple underneath. It's one of the fastest-growing houseplants, perfect for hanging baskets.

🌱Care Guide

Water when top inch is dry. Pinch tips for bushiness. Trim leggy growth. Propagate easily from stem cuttings in water.

🧬Evolution & History

Tradescantia zebrina evolved in the forests of Mexico and Central America. The purple undersides may help reflect light back through the leaf for additional photosynthesis in the forest understory.

💡Fun Facts

#1One of the fastest-growing houseplants
#2Stunning purple and silver stripes
#3Roots at every node
#4Can grow in water indefinitely

❓FAQ

Why is it getting leggy?▼

Insufficient light. Move to brighter indirect light and trim back. New growth will be more compact.

Is it toxic?▼

Mildly irritating to skin and toxic if ingested in large amounts. Keep away from pets.

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