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Tradescantia zebrina

Wandering Jew (Tradescantia zebrina) trad-es-KAN-tee-ah zeb-REE-nah Genus:  Tradescantia This trailing perennial is grown for its foliage. Fleshy leaves have two silvery stripes and purple undersides. Flowers bloom intermittently throughout the year. Wandering Jew, a common houseplant, is native to Southern Mexico. Care:  Provide full sun or part shade and moist, fertile soil. Propagation:  Root cuttings in water. Problems:  Viruses, aphids, spider mites.

Overview

Height 6 in. to 12 in. Spread 6 in. to 12 in. Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Showy Foliage Flower Color Purple Foliage Color Variegated Foliage Uses Beds and Borders, Container, Suitable as Annual Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Perennials

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