Hanging basket or bright shelf
Tradescantia Zebrina
Light requirement
Suits east or west-facing rooms, or 2–3 m back from a brighter window.
Fast Grower
Electric purple-and-silver striped leaves that trail dramatically. Fast growing, propagates effortlessly, impossible to be bored by.
Plant profile
Light
Medium light
Water
Water regularly
Humidity
Average
Growth habit
Trailing
Mature size
Small (< 40 cm)
Pet safe
Toxic to pets
Care level
Easy
Water when the top centimetre of soil feels dry. It wilts quickly when thirsty, but recovers well once watered.
Trailing, compact — fits shelves or hanging pots.
Keep away from cats and dogs. Use the pet-safe filter to find safer alternatives.
Reliable in most indoor environments with regular watering.
Scale 1 = lowest · 5 = highest
Beginner forgiveness
Neglect tolerance
Drama queen score