Moses in the cradle. An excellent plant with green and yellow leaves purple underneath and white flowers surrounded by long lasting purple bracts. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers April to October. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Tradescantia spathacea ‘Vittata’
An excellent plant with green and yellow leaves purple underneath and white flowers surrounded by long lasting purple bracts
Additional information
| Generic | Tradescantia |
|---|---|
| Species | spathacea |
| Varietry | 'Vittata' |
| Common Name | Moses in the cradle |
| Flower Colour | white, purple |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Commelinaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, purple, yellow |
| Flowers From | April, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Aphids |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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