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Moses-in-the-cradle

Tradescantia spathacea

Commelinaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Evergreen
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Tradescantia spathacea, also known as Moses-in-the-cradle, is a perennial ornamental plant from the Commelinaceae family. It is valued for its ornamental qualities, though specific information on its sun and water needs is unavailable.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Clay, Sandy

Height

0.3–0.5 m

Spread

0.3–0.6 m

Zones

9–11

Flower colors

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This plant is not toxic.

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