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Tradescantia Zebrina in pot 9cm H10cm

£16.00 GBP

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Pot Size 9cm H10cm

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Trailing plant with purple-silver striped leaves that cascades beautifully from shelves or baskets in bright light.

Full Botanical Name: Tradescantia zebrina
Common Names: Wandering Dude, Inch Plant
Country and/or Region of Origin: Mexico to Central America
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Moist forest edges and disturbed sites

Care Guide

Care Guide:

Light: Bright, indirect (keeps colour); some morning sun

Ideal Room: Hanging basket in bright room

Feeding: Balanced feed monthly spring–summer

Humidity: Average

Ideal Temperature: 18–28°C (65–82°F)

Watering: Evenly moist; let top 2 cm dry

Pet/Child Safe: Mildly toxic/irritant to cats & dogs—genus causes dermatitis on contact/chewing; keep out of reach. Humans: sap may irritate skin. Reptiles/Amphibians: avoid enclosure contact. Source: ASPCA listing for Tradescantia (Inch Plant) dermatitis.

Soil Type: Peat-free, well-draining mix

Propagation: Very easy—stem cuttings

Eventual Height and Spread: Trails 60–120 cm

Growth Rate: Fast

Pests and Treatment: Aphids/spider mites—rinse, treat

Repotting: Yearly refresh

Pruning: Regular trims to prevent legginess

Air Purification: Light benefit

Folklore: Vibrant stripes for “good energy”

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