Wandering Jew (Tradescantia Zebrina) is a perennial herb in the Commelinaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Tradescantia zebrina is a trailing, evergreen perennial known for its strikingly striped purple and silver foliage.

Wandering Jew

Wandering Jew

Tradescantia Zebrina

Tradescantia zebrina is a trailing, evergreen perennial known for its strikingly striped purple and silver foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-12

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, container plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wandering Jew

Jan
Prune
Feb
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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Taxonomy

Family:Commelinaceae
Genus:Tradescantia
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