Tradescantia spathacea 'Moses in the Cradle'
Tradescantia spathacea 'Moses in the Cradle'
🌿 Botanical Name: Tradescantia spathacea
🌸 Common Name: Oyster Plant , Moses-in-the-Cradle
📍 Origin: Native to southern Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize, where it grows in tropical understories.
🪴 Care: Prefers bright, indirect light but tolerates partial shade. Grows best in a well-draining potting mix kept lightly moist, though it can withstand brief droughts. Prune to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.
🐾 Toxicity: Mildly toxic to pets if ingested.
The Oyster Plant is admired for its sword-shaped leaves with green tops and striking purple undersides. Compact yet vibrant, it adds bold contrast and tropical vibrancy to indoor gardens.
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