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Tradescantia Nanook 12cm H17cm

Tradescantia Nanook 12cm H17cm

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Tradescantia ‘Nanouk’ is a colorful trailing plant with thick, pink-striped leaves that make it a popular choice for brightening up indoor spaces. It’s hardy, fast-growing, and thrives in bright, indirect light.

  • Full Botanical Name: Tradescantia albiflora ‘Nanouk’
  • Common Names: Fantasy Venice, Wandering Dude, Inch Plant
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Hybrid developed in the Netherlands
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Derived from tropical species growing in bright, humid environments

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Bright, indirect light; too little light dulls color
  • Ideal Room: Kitchen, living room, or bright windowsill
  • Feeding: Feed every 4–6 weeks in spring and summer
  • Humidity: Moderate to high (50–70%)
  • Ideal Temperature: 18–26°C (65–79°F)
  • Watering: Water when top soil feels dry; avoid soggy roots
  • Pet/Child Safe: Mildly toxic — Sap may cause mild skin irritation or GI upset if ingested by cats or dogs. Keep out of reach and wash hands after pruning.
  • Soil Type: Free-draining mix with perlite or bark
  • Propagation: Stem cuttings in water or soil
  • Eventual Height and Spread: Trails up to 40 cm; 25 cm wide
  • Growth Rate: Fast
  • Pests and Treatment: Spider mites and aphids; treat with neem oil
  • Repotting: Every year to refresh soil
  • Pruning: Regularly trim to encourage fuller growth
  • Air Purification: Moderate
  • Folklore: Represents vitality and optimism
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