Tradescantia zebrina (Silver Inch Plant) - Image 1
Botanical names: Tradescantia zebrina, Zebrina pendula
Common names: Silver Inch Plant, Wandering Jew
Family: Commelinaceae
Origin: Tropical America
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 8-11
Cold tolerance: 20°F
Plant form: Groundcover or low-growing
Sun exposure: Semi-shade; shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Pink
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Foliage color: Ornamental foliage
Tradescantia zebrina (Silver Inch Plant) purple flower on striped green leaves in close up focus
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