Tradescantia Spathacea


Tradescantia Spathacea Care

Currently this indoor plant is integrated into the genus Tradescantia , because previously considered the genus Rhoeo as different. It is native to Central America.

It is also known by the vulgar names of inmate or purple maguey. It is a poisonous plant by ingestion.

They are perennial and herbaceous plants with decorative concave and erect leaves that arise in rosette of the short stem and are green in the beam and purple in the back. The flowers have no ornamental interest and are white or bluish and seem half hidden at the base of the leaves.

It is used as an indoor or greenhouse plant; If the weather allows it, they constitute a good covering element.

tradescantia spathacea

Tradescantia Spathacea

The Rhoeo needs a bright exposure but without direct sun, an average temperature of about 20 ºC and a high humidity (spray frequently if the environment is dry).

The soil should be rich and moist with some garden soil.

Watering enough so that the earth is always somewhat wet but never waterlogged; in winter reduce the risks.

Although you do not need pruning you can remove old leaves or give a small pruning to compact it.

Feed biweekly with mineral fertilizer during spring and summer.

It is a plant quite resistant to pests as long as the humidity does not go down a lot. We also have to monitor the risks so as not to overdo it and mushrooms appear.

They multiply from seeds or, more advisable, by lateral cuttings.

Tradescantia Spathacea
Tradescantia Spathacea

Don Burke

I am Don Burke, one of the authors at My Garden Guide.  I am a horticulturist that cultivates, grows, and cares for plants, ranging from shrubs and fruits to flowers. I do it in my own garden and in my nursery. I show you how to take care of your garden and how to perform garden landscaping in an easy way, step by step.I am originally from Sydney and I wrote in local magazines. Later on, I have decided, more than two decades ago, to create my own blog. My area of specialization is related to orchid care, succulent care, and the study of the substrate and the soil. Therefore, you will see many articles dedicated to these disciplines. I also provide advice about how to improve the landscape design of your garden.

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