Wandering Jew Excotic
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Description
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- Country of origin: India
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Wandering Jew ‘Exotic’ (also known as Tradescantia spathacea ‘Exotic’ or Tradescantia ‘Exotic’) is a vibrant and attractive houseplant known for its striking foliage. Here’s an overview:
Appearance:
- Leaves: The leaves of Tradescantia ‘Exotic’ are typically elongated, lance-shaped, and come in a range of colors. They are usually a deep green with prominent purple or burgundy undersides. The leaves often have a metallic sheen, adding to their visual appeal.
- Growth: The plant grows in a trailing or spreading manner, forming a dense mat of foliage. The stems are slender and flexible, allowing the plant to cascade or trail elegantly from containers.
Growth:
- Shape: It has a trailing or spreading growth habit. The stems can reach up to 30 cm (12 inches) in length or more, making it suitable for hanging baskets or as a ground cover in containers.
- Rate: The plant grows relatively quickly, and its trailing nature allows it to cover a lot of space in a short amount of time.
Flowers:
- Blooming Period: Tradescantia ‘Exotic’ may produce small, three-petaled flowers.
- Flowers: The flowers are typically small and not very showy compared to the foliage. They are usually white, pink, or purple and appear sporadically throughout the growing season.
Care:
- Light: It prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate some direct sunlight. Adequate light helps maintain the vibrant colors of the leaves. It can adapt to lower light conditions but may become less colorful.
- Soil: Use a well-draining potting mix. A standard houseplant mix with added perlite or sand works well.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in the winter months when the plant’s growth slows down.
- Temperature: Tradescantia ‘Exotic’ prefers warmer temperatures and is sensitive to frost. Keep it in a warm environment, ideally between 15-25°C (60-75°F), and protect it from cold drafts.
Propagation:
- Cuttings: The plant can be propagated easily from stem cuttings. Simply take a cutting with a few leaves and nodes, allow it to callous over for a day or two, and then plant it in a pot with well-draining soil. Keep the cutting moist until new growth appears.
Tradescantia ‘Exotic’ is admired for its colorful and dynamic foliage, making it a popular choice for indoor gardens and as a decorative element in homes. Its trailing growth habit and ease of care add to its appeal as a houseplant.
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