Rhoeo Spathacea Tricolor, Rhoeo Variegated Plant

Purchase Description

• Rhoeo Spathacea Tricolor, Rhoeo Variegated Plant
• Product Material : Natural Plant With Pot , Quantity : 1
• Pot : Height : 5 Inches (13 cm), Pot Colour : Black (Plastic)
• Very easy to maintain and Suitable for gifting to Plant Lovers

Plant Description

Rhoeo spathacea is the synonym of Tradescantia spathacea. Moses in the Cradle is a rather succulent herb with a dense cluster of sturdy sword-shaped leaves arising from a trunklike stem. The leaves are a dark teal-tinged forest green on top and vivid violet underneath. The small white three-petaled flowers are hidden in boat-shaped purple bracts nestled in the leaf axils. Flowers and seed are produced all year. Probably, the boat-shaped bracts with a small white flower in the middle look like an eye.

Planting and care

In most areas, Rhoeo is considered an annual, though in fact, it is a tender perennial. Rhoeo is hardy only in USDA plant hardiness zones 9-11. This means that it can only tolerate temperatures down to about 20 degrees F (-6 degrees C) before they are killed off. Keep in mind that this is the temperature that will kill them.

Caring for Rhoeo Spathacea Tricolor

• Water the tricolor rhoeo once per week.
• Water slowly and deeply down through the roots.
• In the first growing season, it is especially important to maintain a consistent watering schedule to ensure a strong, healthy root system.
• During the warm months, let the topsoil dry out between waterings, but not the bottom soil.

Typical uses of Rhoeo Spathacea Tricolor

Special features: As a houseplant, grow in hanging baskets or along shelves. Outdoors, it forms an excellent ground cover. Rock gardens. Borders.

Culinary use: NA

Ornamental use: The plant is used for an ornamental purpose.

Medicinal use: NA

Disclaimer: The image is for reference purposes only. The actual product may vary in shape or appearance based on climate, age, height, etc.