Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Overwatering can lead to yellowing leaves and mushy stems.
Also known as Cohitre Blanco
Tradescantia zanonia is a scrambling perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America, known for its attractive foliage and small white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect Light
75% intensity
Prefers bright rooms but avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch leaves.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average Room Temperatures
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Regular Feeding
50% intensity
Feed every 4-6 weeks during growing season with diluted liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Overwatering can lead to yellowing leaves and mushy stems.
Prune regularly to maintain a bushy shape and encourage new growth. Pinch back leggy stems just above a leaf node.
Remove any yellowing or dead leaves and stems promptly to keep the plant healthy and aesthetically pleasing. Heavy pruning can be done in spring.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm long cuttings, remove the lower leaves, and place them in moist potting mix or water. Roots typically form within a few weeks.
Once rooted, plant them in their own pots.
Repot your Tradescantia zanonia every 1-2 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Spring is the ideal time for repotting. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Commelinales |
| Family | Commelinaceae |
| Genus | Tradescantia |
| Species | Tradescantia zanonia |
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