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Silver inch plant

Tradescantia zebrina Bosse · Commelinaceae

Toxicity unverified Also known as Wandering dude, Zebra plant, Inch plant

Pet safety

Toxicity unverified. Not listed by ASPCA — toxicity to pets is not established by an authoritative source we use. We do not infer toxicity from related species.

Care

  • LightMedium / part shade – Bright indirect
  • WaterLet the top inch dry
  • HumidityAverage household
  • Temperature13°C – 27°C
  • DifficultyEasy
  • SoilStandard potting mix
  • FertilizingLightly, growing season only

Size & habit

  • Mature height (indoor) 15–25 cm
  • Habit
    • Trailing
    • Vining
  • Growth rateFast

Common problems

  • Root rot
  • Aphids
  • Mealybugs
  • Scale
  • Spider mites

Propagation

  • Stem cutting
  • Water propagation

Sources