Silver inch plant
Tradescantia zebrina
#15 of the top 100
How to care
Tradescantia zebrina, also known as Wandering Jew, is a popular houseplant known for its striking purple and silver-striped leaves. It thrives in bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions. Ensure the soil is well-draining to prevent root rot. Tradescantia zebrina is relatively easy to care for and can quickly grow, making it a great choice for hanging baskets or as a trailing plant.
Light Preference
Part Shade
Full Shade
Full Sun
Size
- Height
- 0.1 m – 0.5 m
- Spread
- 0.1 m – 0.5 m
- Years
- 2 – 5
Preferred soil
Loam
Sand
Acidic
Alkaline
Neutral
Propagation
Cutting
Life Cycle
Perennial
Lives for more than two years.
Hardiness Zone
9a
-6.7°C – -3.9°C
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Leaves
- Evergreen
- Brown
- Gray
- Green
- Purple
- Silver
- Unusual Foliage Color
- Variegated
Flowers
- Showy
- Pink
- Purple
Toxic to
- LeafHumansMild · Skin contact
Informational only — not veterinary or medical advice. Missing data does not mean a plant is safe.
Other names
- Inchplant
- Walking dude
- Wandering dude
- Wandering jew
Taxonomy
- Order
- Commelinales
- Family
- Commelinaceae
- Genus
- Tradescantia