Purple Heart
Tradescantia
pallida 'Purpurea'
Common NamePurple Heart
Growth & Physical Traits
Plant Type
Flowering Ornamentals, Houseplant, Perennial, Succulent
Growth Habit
Herbaceous, Succulent
Growing Mediumsoil
Lifecycle & Reproduction
Propagation Method
Cutting
Care & Requirements
Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Full Sun
Origin & Source
Natural Habitat LocationMexico
Collection Context
Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Commelinaceae. This plant is considered toxic to pets; the sap can cause skin irritation (dermatitis) and gastrointestinal upset if ingested.
Tradescantia
pallida 'Purpurea'
Common NamePurple Heart
Added Details
Family: Commelinaceae. This plant is considered toxic to pets; the sap can cause skin irritation (dermatitis) and gastrointestinal upset if ingested.
Growth & Physical Traits
Plant Type
Flowering Ornamentals, Houseplant, Perennial, Succulent
Growth Habit
Herbaceous, Succulent
Growing Mediumsoil
Lifecycle & Reproduction
Propagation Method
Cutting
Care & Requirements
Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Full Sun
Origin & Source
Natural Habitat LocationMexico
Collection Context
Quantity
1