Plants in family commelinaceae
Tradescantia zebrina 'Superba'
Tradescantia zebrina 'Superba' is a drought-tolerant plant that thrives in sunny areas with porous, well-draining soil. It requires little watering and is best suited for a south-facing location. This plant is known for its resilience and ability to add color and texture to garden spaces.
Tinantia pringlei 'Panther'
Tinantia pringlei 'Panther' is a perennial wandering Jew from Northern Mexico, forming a mass of dark purple stems about 1 foot tall and 2 feet wide. Its olive green leaves are adorned with random purple blotches, and it produces tiny light lavender flowers throughout the summer. This plant may return from seed in colder climates, making it a resilient choice for gardeners seeking unique foliage and color.
Geogenanthus poeppigii 'Seersucker'
Geogenanthus poeppigii 'Seersucker' is a medium-growing plant with distinctive seersucker-like leaves. It thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity, reaching up to 4 feet in height. Caution is advised as it is toxic if ingested.
Tradescantia spathacea 'Tricolor'
This plant is known for its brightly pink and purple leaves arranged in a rosette shape. It prefers bright indirect light but can handle a few hours of direct sunlight. Water it every 5-7 days when the top inch of soil is dry, and maintain temperatures between 65-75°F. The soil mix should include peat moss and perlite, and it requires moderate humidity and periodic fertilization.
Tradescantia 'Concord Grape'
Tradescantia 'Concord Grape' is a hybrid spiderwort known for its grape-colored flowers and long blooming season. The plant features narrow bluish-green foliage and benefits from being cut back in early summer to encourage reblooming. It is a perennial that thrives in both sun and shade, making it a versatile addition to gardens. This plant is also resistant to rabbits, adding to its appeal for gardeners.
Tradescantia 'Lilac Frost'
Tradescantia 'Lilac Frost' is a Kevin Vaughn hybrid known for its narrow, grass-green foliage and neat low mound form. It produces light violet-blue flowers from spring through summer, with flower stalks reaching up to 15 inches tall. This plant thrives in sun to light shade and is a charming addition to any garden.
Tradescantia 'Bubblegum Lilac'
This plant is known for its bright green, pink, and purple leaves, making it a visually striking addition to any space. It has chunky stems and hanging vines, and is hardy and easy to grow. It thrives in filtered light and requires indirect sunlight, moderate humidity, and temperatures between 65-75°F. It is toxic to cats, dogs, and children, and its sap can be irritating. The plant grows up to 6 inches tall and is perfect for hanging baskets. It needs well-draining peat-based potting mix, should be repotted once a year, and is prone to spider mites.
Tradescantia cerinthoides
Tradescantia cerinthoides is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that thrives in sunny areas with well-draining soil. It requires minimal watering and can reproduce in various ways, making it a resilient choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance greenery.
Callisia soconuscensis 'Variegata'
Callisia soconuscensis 'Variegata' is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that thrives in sunny areas with well-draining soil. It requires little watering and benefits from periods of drought between waterings. The plant is known for its ability to reproduce in various ways.
Callisia navicularis 'Chain Plant'
Callisia navicularis 'Chain Plant' is a drought-tolerant plant that reproduces in numerous ways. It requires ample light, preferably in a south-facing location, to thrive.
Tradescantia sillamontana 'Purple Haze'
Tradescantia sillamontana 'Purple Haze' is a drought-tolerant plant with unique reproduction methods. It grows best in sunny areas with porous, well-draining soil. This plant requires minimal watering and benefits from periods of drought between waterings.
Tradescantia 'Double Trouble'
Tradescantia 'Double Trouble' features very dark violet-blue flowers and vigorous clumps of narrow green foliage. It is a hybrid plant known for its striking blooms and adaptability.
Tradescantia fluminensis 'Pink Panther'
Tradescantia fluminensis 'Pink Panther' is a dwarf tropical plant with tri-color foliage featuring pink and green-gray stems and soft green leaves with white variegation. It is ideal for terrariums, containers, and hanging baskets due to its slowly trailing or creeping growth habit. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light with humidity and moisture, and it readily roots when stems touch soil. It prefers enriched, moist soil with good drainage and does well when somewhat root-bound.
Tradescantia ohiensis 'Mrs Loewer'
Tradescantia ohiensis 'Mrs Loewer' is a native plant to the Midwest US, thriving in dryland prairies. It features dark purple winter rosettes and blue-green foliage in spring, with light blue flowers from June to fall. This plant prefers hot and dry garden conditions.
Tradescantia zebrina 'Evanesce'
Tradescantia zebrina 'Evanesce' is a drought-tolerant plant that thrives in sunny areas with porous, well-draining soil. It requires little watering and benefits from the addition of pumice, perlite, or grit to cactus soil, with drought periods between waterings.
Callisia serrulata
This plant is characterized by its deep purple stems and lance-shaped leaves that vary from green to purple. Bright light enhances the purple hues of the leaves, making it a striking addition to any collection. It prefers shade to partial shade and temperatures between 45 to 100 degrees. The plant should be allowed to get fairly dry between waterings, making it relatively low-maintenance.
Tradescantia fluminensis 'Variegata'
Tradescantia fluminensis 'Variegata' is a drought-tolerant plant that thrives in sunny areas with well-draining soil. It requires minimal watering and can withstand brief periods of drought, but is sensitive to freezing temperatures below 40°F.
Tradescantia 'Navajo Princess'
Tradescantia 'Navajo Princess' is a unique hybrid plant known for its delicate white flowers adorned with a light blue pattern and a tiny blue or purple tuft around the anthers. This perennial is ideal for woodland gardens and can thrive in both sun and light shade. It is rabbit-resistant, making it a practical choice for gardens prone to wildlife. The plant is versatile, suitable for a range of USDA hardiness zones from 5a to 10b. As a member of the Tradescantia family, it is part of a group of plants often named after animals. This hybrid is a beautiful addition to any garden, offering both aesthetic appeal and resilience.
Tradescantia 'Angel Eyes'
Tradescantia 'Angel Eyes' is known for its lovely white flowers with a small purple fuzz ball in the center. It produces abundant flower spikes above narrow green foliage, flowering heavily in spring and potentially all summer if cut back.
Tradescantia 'Little Doll'
Tradescantia 'Little Doll' is a shorter plant with hundreds of light blue flowers and an extended blooming season. It is well-suited for woodland gardens and attracts pollinators.
Tradescantia 'Hawaiian Punch'
Tradescantia 'Hawaiian Punch' is a hybrid plant known for its long blooming season and reddish-purple flowers. It features green foliage and is appreciated for its vibrant color and extended flowering period. This plant is suitable for various garden settings, adding a splash of color.
Tradescantia pallida 'Purple Heart'
Tradescantia pallida 'Purple Heart' is a drought-tolerant plant that thrives in sunny areas with well-draining soil. It requires minimal watering and benefits from periods of drought between waterings, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens.
Tradescantia 'Red Cloud'
Tradescantia 'Red Cloud' is a shorter cultivar known for its tendency to spread. It does not produce red or maroon flowers, making it a distinctive addition to any garden.
Tradescantia sillamontana 'Gold Stripes'
Tradescantia sillamontana 'Gold Stripes' is a dryland succulent with silvery-haired foliage and creamy stripes. It grows to about 15 inches tall and 3 feet wide, producing small lavender flowers in late summer. This plant thrives in full sun and is deciduous below 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Its unique variegation and drought tolerance make it a striking groundcover for sunny garden areas.