Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in winter to allow the soil to dry out more between waterings. Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Tradescantia CerinthoidesTradescantia cerinthoides
Also known as Flowering Inch Plant · Nanouk
- Category: Ornamental
- Type: Herb
- Sunlight: Bright Indirect
- Water: Moderate
- Temperature: Average
- Habitat: Greenhouse
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to pets. See toxicity details.
Tradescantia Cerinthoides Care Summary
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Light
Bright Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct morning sun, but avoid intense afternoon sun.
Watering
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow the top soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce in cooler months.
Soil
Well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based mix with perlite or sand.
50% intensity
Temperature
Average
50% intensity
Thrives in typical indoor temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts.
Habitat
Greenhouse
50% intensity
Fertilizer
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted.
Tradescantia Cerinthoides Toxicity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Mildly toxic to pets, causing skin irritation or gastrointestinal upset.
Tradescantia Cerinthoides Quick Facts
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Plant Category
- Ornamental
- Plant Place Type
- Pot
- Plant Environment
- Greenhouse
- Lifespan
- Perennial
- Plant Height
- 0.2-0.4 m
- Spread
- 0.5-1.0 m
- Tall Or Wide
- Trailing
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Dormancy
- None
- Leaf Color
- Green, Purple, Silver
- Leaf Type
- Simple
- Flower Size
- 1-2 cm
- Optimal Sunlight Lux
- 7000
Care guide for Tradescantia Cerinthoides
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Pruning
Prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove leggy stems and any dead or damaged foliage. Pinch back the tips of young plants to promote branching. Pruning can be done at any time of year.
Propagation
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings and remove lower leaves. Plant them in moist potting mix or place them in water until roots form. Cuttings typically root within a few weeks.
Repotting
Repot every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins.
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