Callisia (syn. Tradescantia) navicularis, or chain plant, is a semi-succulent, trailing vine with small olive green and purple leaves.
Description:
Callisia (syn. Tradescantia) navicularis, commonly known as chain plant, is a semi-succulent, trailing vine with small, keel-shaped, olive green leaves with purplish undersides with all colours darkening with a little stress. In rich conditions with more moisture stems will extend and trail. In lean conditions plants will remain quite tight and compact. An interesting companion for planting with other succulents in mixed containers. Small pink flowers late in the season. Easy care and fast growing. Enjoys bright, filtered light. Pinch out regularly to promote bushy growth. Protect from frost by growing as a houseplant in a shallow pot or hanging basket. Photo: Wikipedia.
Common Name: Chain Plant - [Succulent Pre-Order]
Family: Commelinaceae (The Spiderwort Family)
Zone Hardiness: 10-11
Light: Part Sun, Part Shade
Height: under 4"
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Class: Evergreen
Type: Tender
Bloom Time: Summer - Fall
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Mexico
Award: AGM
Geogrpahical Origin: Americas - North America
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