Tradescantia Zebrina – Special ₹19 Plant

Tradescantia Zebrina (Wandering Jew / Inch Plant) Description The Tradescantia zebrina plant grows incredibly quickly. As well as being a very easy-going and rewarding plant to grow,Tradescantiazebrina’s leaf pattern is also what gives it its common names – such as Wandering Jew,Inchplantor more recentlyWandering Dude. These names all refer to the same plant, which has silver stripes on purple along the top of the leaf, with a purple underside. In its native Mexico and Central America,Tradescantiazebrinaforms a sprawling ground cover and this makes it perfectly suited for a plant which is going to spill out of the side of a hanging basket or pot. This Tradescantia Zebrina houseplant is a nice option if you’re after something with an eye-catching trailing habit and good pattern rather than simply green leaves. Hanging baskets, open shelves that allow for trailing stems to spill over, and desks where a small trailing houseplant provides a focal point all seem to be ideal settings. It likes bright, indirect light; deep shade or very bright direct sunlight don’t really work well, so position your houseplant close to a window where there is indirect sunlight filtered through. Once it settles in, this plant is pretty quick to establish and grows at a nice steady speed so it’s quite rewarding to see how it has grown in over a few months. Unlike many succulents, they prefer for the soil to be kept lightly moist rather than let go completely dry so it requires a slightly different watering rhythm than that of the cactus and succulent that have thick fleshy leaves. Good for the bright light and indirect light of a lounge room, study or office desktop. Key features Silver and purple stripes on the leaf with an underside of dark purple so great colour even without flowers. Rapid, trailing growth habit is great for baskets and shelves. When Silver and purple hues appear, they are brightest in indirect light. Fairly easy plant once your watering schedule is established. Might bear a few tiny pink to purple, three-lobed flowers, but this can depend on the plant. Spreads very readily from stem cuttings - it will even root in a glass of water! It offers high colour contrast to plants with plainer green foliage. Care at a glance Sunlight She's a happy houseplant getting bright indirect light. A little morning sun also gives her those amazing silver and purple stripes. Watering Throughout the growing season, water when the top 1-inch of soil becomes dry. Succulents need more dry period than this does. Temperature 18°C to 27°C is ideal. Keep away from cold drafts and protect from temperatures below 10°C. Humidity Mid-range to slightly higher. Good to mist the area down if air inside gets too dry. Repotting Every 1 to 2 years, or once roots fill the pot, ideally in spring or early summer. Growth rate Somewhere between avg and a little more than avg is nice Misting is good if inside is super dry Product specifications Plant common name Tradescantia Zebrina (Wandering Jew / Inch Plant) Botanical name Tradescantia zebrina Plant type Indoor trailing foliage plant Life cycle Perennial Suitable location Hanging baskets, shelves, windowsills with filtered light, office desks Sunlight exposure Bright, indirect light Bloom period Occasionally; small three-petaled pink to purple flowers, not guaranteed on every plant Special features Silver and purple striped leaves with deep purple undersides; fast trailing growth Plant size at dispatch 3 inches Bare-rooted / Pot Optional Pot size 3 inches Pot material Plastic nursery pot Soil type Well-draining, moisture-retentive potting mix Country of origin India Brand Plant Orbit Seller Plant Orbit Haldwani What's in the box 1 × Live Tradescantia zebrina plant 1 × Nursery pot (Bare-rooted / Pot: Optional) Suitable potting mix Basic care guide Important notes Leaf colour, stripe intensity, and stem length vary naturally from plant to plant, since this is a natural, living product and colour depends partly on recent light exposure. Some leaf curling or minor leaf drop can happen during transit due to handling and time spent in packaging. This usually settles within a couple of weeks of normal care. Don’t plop the plant directly into bright sun the moment you unbox. Place it somewhere it can adapt over a few days to its final, brighter position. The plant prefers its soil to stay slightly damp as opposed to totally drying out - so don’t follow typical succulent water guidelines. This will be normal if the light is poor in winter and plants naturally grow less. It has an irritating sap so should be out of reach of pets or small children and it is slightly toxic if eaten by your pet. Frequently asked questions Q: Why do my Tradescantia zebrina’s leaves lose the purple color? A: Usually fading colors are associated with lack of light. Moving to the plant a location with bright, indirect light will often have colors return in a few weeks. Q: How often should Tradescantia zebrina be watered? A: Water when the first couple of inches of soil seem dry to touch. Attempt to water keep your soil only slightly moist – and don’t ever let the soil completely dry out. The frequency varies in indoor plants as a general rule of thumb is every 5-8 days indoors in warmer months, and less in the winter. Q: Can Tradescentia zebrina be kept indoors all year long? A: Yes, you certainly can, as long as it is exposed to bright, indirect light for many hours of the day. Place in proximity to an east or west facing window. It can turn gangly and fade colors in low light. Q: Do you require sunlight exposure from your plant? A: Bright light (not intense) is ideal; too much direct sun can burn and fade the leaves. A couple of hours of soft morning sun typically don't do harm. Q: Do plants Tradescantia zebrina grow quickly? A: The plants do not grow very fast. Their stems may stretch significantly and grow visibly longer within a week or so during the active growing season (with good care). Q: Tradescantia zebrina plant dangerous for pets? A: It’s mildly poisonous if chewed, and it will also irritate more sensitive skin by its sap. Tradescantia zebrina plant should be hanged out, so the pets don’t get access to it.