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Tradescantia Zebrina or Wandering Jew grown in the shade |
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Tradescantia Zebrina
(Wandering Jew, Zebrina Pendula, Tradescantia Pendula) |
Family: Commelinaceae
Origin: Tropical Americas
Light: Light shade
Height: 2"
Spread: 8"-14"
Blooms: Inconspicuous
Foliage: Variegated, silver with green center and brown edges
Soil: Moist, loamy with some clay
Water: Drought tolerant
Caution: Watery sap may cause skin irritation
Propagation: Cuttings, layering
Uses: Groundcover, houseplant, hanging basket
Comments: Tradescantia Zebrina or Wandering Jew or Zebrina Pendula
or Tradescantia Pendula is a humid tolerant and
low-maintenance, easy to grow pretty looking groundcover. Pinch
back to maintain shape. The cuttings root easily in water.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 8b-11 |
