Tradescantia

Spiderwort

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Fast-growing trailing vine with variegated foliage, ideal for hanging baskets or shelves; produces small purple or white flowers.
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Plant Details

Common Name Spiderwort
Family Commelinaceae
Genus Tradescantia
Origin Americas
Blooming Small purple or white flowers, primarily in summer
Leaf Color Green/Purple variegated or Emerald green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining potting mix rich in organic matter, peat with perlite or vermiculite

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Watering

Keep soil moist during active growth, reduce frequency in winter when dormancy begins

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; variegated varieties need more sun to maintain color but avoid scorching midday rays

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Fertilization

Apply liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during spring and summer growing season

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Pruning

Pinch back tips regularly to encourage bushiness and prevent legginess

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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