Plant Information

Common Name: Tradescantia Cream

Scientific Name: Tradescantia zebrina

Can be grown in any type of soil

Plant Information Plant Information

  • Plant Type Plant Type: Tropical
  • Scientific Name Scientific Name: Tradescantia zebrina
  • Benefits Benefits: Can be made into tea, containing antioxidant properties. It purifies the air as well.
  • Lighting Conditions Lighting Conditions: Moderate to High Sunlight
  • Water Regimen Water Regimen: Water between dry periods when weight of pot would feel very light.
  • Fertilize Regimen Fertilize Regimen: Fertilize once in two months during growing season usually during the warmer days.
  • Spread Dimensions Spread Dimensions: Can reach 30-60 centimetres (0.98-1.97 ft) in height.
  • Temperature Requirements Temperature Requirements: 20-25C
  • Humidity Requirements Humidity Requirements: 50%
  • Notes Notes: May cause allergic reactions to pets (especially cats and dogs) characterised by red, itchy skin.