Small-leaf spiderwort (Tradescantia fluminensis)
Small-leaf spiderwort, also known as Wandering Trad, Speedy Henry, Inch plant, Giant White Inch plant
Tradescantia fluminensis is often grown as a houseplant or ground cover. It features small, glossy, dark green, oval leaves. The plant can root easily at any node that touches the ground, leading to its other names like wandering Jew or inch plant.
Key Facts About Small-leaf spiderwort
Attributes of Small-leaf spiderwort
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Vine, Herb
Plant Height
60 cm
Spread
23 cm to 60 cm
Leaf Color
Green Purple
Flower Size
1.3 cm to 2.5 cm
Flower Color
White
Scientific Classification of Small-leaf spiderwort
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Spiderworts and allies
Family
Spiderwort
Genus
Spiderworts
Species
Small-leaf spiderwort
Toxicity
Ingestion of leaves or sap, physical contact with sap