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Tradescantia (variegated)
View 1, 25 Sept 2026

Tradescantia (variegated)

Tradescantia fluminensis 'Tricolor' (likely)

A bathroom plant. Leaves striped green and white with a pink blush. Likely Tradescantia fluminensis 'Tricolor'. Roots easily from cuttings.

Common name
Tradescantia (variegated)
Section
Houseplants
Spot
Indoors
Soil
Mixed compost
Options
Potential

A trailing foliage plant for a hanging or raised pot, with variegation providing the main colour interest.

From
A local independent garden centre, Jul 2026
Age
About 1 year
Next repot
Around Apr 2027
Edible
❌ No: The sap can irritate skin, and it is mildly toxic to pets.
Hardy
❌ No: indoors all winter
Garden-centre price
about £10
RHS guide

Care & updates

Next root check
Apr 2027
What to expect
Steady growth from spring to late summer, then a winter rest. New leaves every few weeks in the growing season.
Feeding
Every 28 days, Apr–Aug, with Houseplant feed, half strength
  1. Observation

    Healthy new growth, but a few dead, crispy leaves on the soil and at the base worth clearing.

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