🌿 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.