Creeping Inchplant (Callisia Repens) is a perennial succulent in the Commelinaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Callisia repens is a succulent, creeping plant known for its trailing growth and attractive variegated foliage, often used as groundcover or in hanging baskets.

Creeping Inchplant

Creeping Inchplant

Callisia Repens

Callisia repens is a succulent, creeping plant known for its trailing growth and attractive variegated foliage, often used as groundcover or in hanging baskets.

Quick Facts

Type
succulent
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental foliage, container plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Creeping Inchplant

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Commelinaceae
Genus:Callisia