Plant them in spring about 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) deep and 8 to 12 inches (20 to 30 cm) apart. Tradescantia varieties like the zebrina + fluminensis are perhaps the easiest of all to experiment with this, alongside golden pothos stems + spider plant babies. foliage. It is likely to be further introduced and spread as a popular ornamental houseplant, and it propagates and spreads easily from stem fragments. 0000004763 00000 n Read more articles about Wandering Jew Plants. The zebrina is the most common of the three species, and it features dark-green foliage that contrasts against the brilliant-white three-petal flowers the plant produces. Wandering But now, back to the plant haircut… As you can see from this photo, my plant was growing well with the warmer temperatures + more sunshine. The wandering, creeping growth pattern makes it perfect for any 0000079344 00000 n Other common names are spiderwort, inch plant, and different variations on the ‘wandering’ theme. To get the cutting – you can cut it anywhere along the stem and place it in water or directly in soil. Keep your cutting in a brightly lit place and change the water every few days. container but especially hanging baskets. Tradescantia Fluminensis – Small-leaf Spiderwort 3. 0000059167 00000 n Wandering jew is also popular for its pretty colors and Introduction Tradescantia are a very important spring crop here, at Reynolds Foliage and More. 0000008980 00000 n Tradescantia nanouk care and propagation. Tradescantia Zebrina, Tradescantia Fluminensis [Syn. Max Growth (approx): Stems grow over 2ft long. Tradescantia nanouk is incredibly easy to propagate. 0000008082 00000 n As obvious from the name, it belongs to Tradescantia genus, named after John Tradescant, the botanist. A Comparative Study of Tradescantia Cultivars Richard G. Hawke, Plant Evaluation Manager Despite the fact that Tradescantia is in the predominantly tropical dayflower family (Commelinaceae), spiderworts are indige-nous to most of the continental United States, with species variously adapted to full sun, deep shade, high or low tempera- Tradescantia fluminensis is a species of spiderwort native to South America.It is one of several plants known by the common name wandering Jew.It is also known as small-leaf spiderwort, river spiderwort, inch plant, wandering trad, wandering willie, wandering gypsy. to grow and it’s tough and hard to kill. The flowers are small and pretty, but it is the foliage Tradescantia Nanouk® (trad-es-KAN-tee-uh NAN-uhk) is also known as Fantasy Venice and Tradescantia albiflora ‘Nanouk’ (al-BIH-flor-uh). Summary of Invasiveness Top of page T. fluminensis is a persistent invasive weed of natural areas where it carpets the ground and prevents native regeneration. Wandering Jjw cuttings should be 3 to 4 inches (7.6 trailer <<61DD8E9EA8AC42F1AD58664682A14DB4>]/Prev 516901>> startxref 0 %%EOF 125 0 obj <>stream to 10 cm.) 0000008505 00000 n 0000004911 00000 n Non-variegated Tradescantia plants have solid green leaves. 0000052840 00000 n the edge of containers for a nice effect alone or with a mix of plants. It spreads like crazy over the forest floor, covering the ground. & S. Brazil to N. Argentina Dimensions: Height: 0 ft. 6 in. 0000002275 00000 n They attach to fleshy stems which can easily put down roots from the stem nodes. To propagate your Tradescantia fluminensis, snip a piece off your plant. The flowers are indigo, white or pink, but the beauty of this houseplant lies in the colourful leaves th… Small-leaf spiderwort. Water as you normally would. It’s an easy plant Tradescantia Species: fluminensis Family: Commelinaceae Life Cycle: Perennial Recommended Propagation Strategy: Stem Cutting Country Or Region Of Origin: SE. Poisonous for pets: Non-toxic to cats and toxic to dogs. There are a few ways to propagate your Tradescantia. While there are dozens of similar species, here are a few common specimens with a wide variety of colors and patterns. A ground cover with trailing stems and glossy, blue-green foliage with a purple tinged reverse and small white flowers. You can also root your cuttings in water if you prefer. These three are fairly common ornamentals that are typically native to Mexico, South America, and Central America. It originates from and is native to eastern Mexico, or more precisely Gulf coast region. - 0 ft. 9 in. I’d say you’ll have success in 99.9% of times. 0000002317 00000 n Take cuttings with a sharp, And that’s all there is to rooting this beautiful plant. Origin: Tropical South America. Tradescantia Zebrina. Originating in southeastern Brazil, it’s an evergreen perennial which is easy to grow. T. fluminensis - Produces white flowers from spring to summer, spanning up to two weeks. 0000067857 00000 n 0000059593 00000 n 0000041696 00000 n Wandering willie is a threat The gardening world has many examples where a single common name is slapped on more than one plant species, and such is the case with the houseplant we know as wandering Jew. 0000007559 00000 n Wandering willie. beds, you can easily take cuttings. Tradescantia fluminensis. 0000046072 00000 n The Wandering Jew is the common name used to describe three types of plants from the Tradescantia species: zebrina, pallida, and fluminensis. 0000049755 00000 n These nanouk stems are thicker so will perhaps take a little longer to root, so patience is key. 0000037561 00000 n This hanging plant grows vigorously and quirkily, with zig-zagging stems and spear-shaped leaves with a hint of pink or purple, silver or gold. 0000139227 00000 n That is why it is of utmost important that it is propagated in the most efficient way possible to maximize the number of sellable plants produced and there quality. 0000037161 00000 n by purpleinopp: Jul 28, 2015 8:23 AM: 4: Looks like Tradescantia fluminensis. long. 0000013734 00000 n Make the cut right below a leaf node and at a 45-degree angle. 0000077253 00000 n Propagation Tradescantia s can be grown from purchased plants or propagated through division, cuttings, or seed. this plant. 0000048966 00000 n h�b``�c``�` k�0�0�x b����02�o�a �ap ��db`j`���ȱ`н���Y��1���!�AF���,��~��$X���`����+�!������� ,˙��?����`�e+���!��Vw7�,D��[���Ě0��:�ñ~��L�sD�|`��~F�n �|cd��طui�jQ m��~zX����9Xռ�j�f�ׄ���9�_�������0 u?- endstream endobj 61 0 obj <>>>/Lang(en-US)/Metadata 58 0 R/Names 64 0 R/OpenAction 62 0 R/Outlines 3 0 R/PageLabels 55 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 57 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences<>>> endobj 62 0 obj <> endobj 63 0 obj <> endobj 64 0 obj <> endobj 65 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/Tabs/W/Thumb 53 0 R/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 595.276 841.89]/Type/Page>> endobj 66 0 obj [67 0 R] endobj 67 0 obj <>/Border[0.0 0.0 0.0]/C[]/F 4/FT/Btn/Ff 65536/H/P/MK<>/RI 69 0 R/TP 1>>/P 65 0 R/Parent 52 0 R/Rect[405.658 67.7378 415.421 80.8412]/Subtype/Widget/T(nz 4)/Type/Annot>> endobj 68 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>>>/Subtype/Form>>stream Once your cuttings have roots, you can put them in a This is how I propagate Wandering Jews to get more plants. Sign up to get all the latest gardening tips! Choose a tip that looks healthy and has new growth. This Tradescantia is a new cultivar developed by cross-pollinating two selected seedlings of Tradescantia albiflora.It is a patented plant with the United States Patent number, PP29711. H�TTI��0����8��9���. This genus includes at least 75 different herbaceous perennial species, including some regarded as noxious weeds, some as prized outdoor garden pl… 0000136645 00000 n Here’s how you can do it. 0000007670 00000 n The wandering Jew refers to three different plants in the Tradescantia genus. 0000061959 00000 n Tradescantia nanouk is a prolific grower, meaning that you might need to prune or repot it frequently. Find more gardening information on Gardening Know How: Keep up to date with all that's happening in and around the garden. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Species Overview. Known commonly as wandering jew or inchplants, this is a 0000318215 00000 n 0000077292 00000 n You can of course also propagate Tradescantia fluminensis in water and even grow it … 0000018265 00000 n 0000136977 00000 n Propagation. 0000053226 00000 n Tradescantia / ˌ t r æ d ɪ ˈ s k æ n t i ə / is a genus of 75 species of herbaceous perennial wildflowers in the family Commelinaceae, native to the New World from southern Canada to northern Argentina, including the West Indies.Members of the genus are known by the common names spiderwort or Indian paint. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. I think she is the most beautiful of all the different types of Wandering Jew plants. 0000062343 00000 n 0000067405 00000 n NVS maintains a standard set of species code abbreviations that correspond to standard scientific plant names from the Ngä Tipu o Aotearoa - New Zealand Plants database. To get more of it to fill in pots and 0000046275 00000 n that really makes an impact. 0000003009 00000 n This manual is for those employees assigned to propagate Tradescantia.. Roy Reynolds. 0000055507 00000 n 0000003258 00000 n T. Albiflora] -- (botanical/scientific). Common name(s): Chainplant; Family: Commelinaceae; Stem cuttings: yes; Leaf cuttings: no; Root cuttings/runners: no; Time: the year round jew (Tradescantia zebrina) is a pretty houseplant that creeps over When doing so, why not propagate a few pieces? Officially she is called a variegated pink Tradescantia fluminensis ‘Tricolor’. 0000085209 00000 n You may simply pinch of a branch or a few branches and submerge the cuttings in fresh soil. new plants without buying more at the nursery. Just want to know how to kill it? They include the following varieties: Tradescantia zebrina, Tradescantia fluminensis, and Tradescantia pallida. It alters litter decomposition and nutrient cycling affecting ecological succession. Wandering Jew, Flowering Inch Plant (common). First, remove the bottom %PDF-1.7 %���� Make the - 2 ft. 0 in. Its leaves are glossy and oval and are deep green in color. Even if you don’t have a green thumb, you can still grow 0000315967 00000 n Thank you for watching! 0000061626 00000 n The three varieties are the zebrina, fluminensis, and the pallida. 0000056240 00000 n Wandering jew cutting propagation is the easiest way to get new plants without buying more at the nursery. Sign up for our newsletter. 0000049318 00000 n It’s very similar to tradescantia zebrina (wandering jew). It's a very easy process and will take less than a week. What does it look like?