Tradescantia pallida is a beautiful plant that is commonly known as purple heart. It is a perennial plant that is native to Mexico. It is known for its dark purple leaves and trailing growth habit. The leaves are lance-shaped and up to 7 inches long. They are covered in pale hairs and form a sheath around the stem. The stems are quite fragile, and break off easily if brushed or kicked too hard.
Tradescantia pallida is a relatively easy plant to care for. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant, but it will do best with regular watering. The plant can be propagated from cuttings or seeds.
Here are some additional facts about Tradescantia pallida:
- The plant is also known as wandering Jew, purple queen, or Mexican bloodleaf.
- The leaves of the plant contain a chemical called saponin, which is toxic to some animals.
- The plant is a good air purifier and can help to remove pollutants from the air.
- The flowers of the plant are pink and appear in the summer.
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