Known by “Inchplant”, “Wandering dude” and “Wandering Jew”, the plant formerly known as “Zebrina pendula”. Regardless of what name you settle on, one honest and constant truth remains the same about this spectacular plant: it is the ideal starter plant.
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This plant has striking hues of purple and green striping the leaves that grow from a thick succulent-like stem. Small flowers will bloom at the end of mature plants. This plant is relatively 
drought tolerant, but does appreciate moderately moist soil. It also can tolerate a variety of lighting but performs best either outdoor in a part sun/shade area or indoor where there is moderate-bright indirect lighting. If lighting is uneven, it is recommended to rotate the plant periodically.
It is an easy and quick grower that is extremely easy to propagate. Many people sing about successes with water propagating, while others regale about sticking them directly in soil. It is actually healthy for the plant to trim off and thin out the foliage if it gets to think, long, or heavy to house/handle.
Tradescantia zebrina is a member of the Tradescantia genus which has about 75 other species in it, which means there are other varieties to entice plant collectors. So if you’re looking for more planty friends to collect houseplants with or join garden center hopping excursions, you can always get them addicted by gifting them this beautiful, resilient, easy-to-care for plant. of love.
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