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Rhoeo Plant, Rhoeo discolor (Tricolor, Variegated) - Plant with pot

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Description

Sr	Item name
1	Rhoeo Plant, Rhoeo discolour (Tricolor, Variegated) - Plant
2	4 inch Pot (Black)

Rhoeo spathacea is the synonym of Tradescantia spathacea. Moses in the Cradle is a rather succulent herb with a dense cluster of sturdy sword-shaped leaves arising from a trunklike stem. The leaves are a dark teal-tinged forest green on top and vivid violet underneath.

The small white three-petaled flowers are hidden in boat-shaped purple bracts nestled in the leaf axils. Flowers and seeds are produced all year. Probably, the boat-shaped bracts with a small white flower in the middle look like an eye.

Plant Specifications

Plant Height	9 inch
Plant Spread	4 inch

*above specifications are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%

Common Name	Moses in the Cradle, Oysterplant, Boatlily, Moses-in-a-boat
Maximum Reachable Height	0.50 to 1 feet
Flower Colour	White
Bloom Time	Not defined
Difficulty Level	Easy to grow

Planting And Care

Water the tricolour rhoeo once per week. Water slowly and deeply down through the roots.

In the first growing season, it is especially important to maintain a consistent watering schedule to ensure a strong, healthy root system.

Proper drainage facilities should be provided to the plant otherwise the roots rot.

It needs well-drained soil rich in organic matter.

It grows best in full-to-partial sunlight, though it also flourishes under bright interior lights.

Rhoeo Plant Care

Rhoeo spathacea can be propagated by seeds, cuttings, or division. In most areas, Rhoeo is considered an annual, though, in fact, it is a tender perennial. This means that it can only tolerate temperatures down to about -6 degrees Celsius before they are killed off. Keep in mind that this is the temperature that will kill them. Overwatering should be prevented when only when the soil feels dry to touch.

Proper drainage facilities should be provided to the plant otherwise the roots rot.

Sunlight	Full sun to part shade
Watering	Medium
Soil	Well-drained soil
Temperature	20 degrees C to 30 degrees C
Fertilizer	Apply any organic fertilizer

Rhoeo Plant Special Feature

As a houseplant, grow in hanging baskets or along shelves. Outdoors, forms an excellent ground cover.

Rhoeo Plant Uses

Ornamental Use:

The plant proved to be an excellent ground cover and a perfect hanging basket plant