Do you know these other names for the inch plant?

Common names of the inch plant

The common name of the inch plant is also "stacked-leaf grass"

Habits of the inch plant

The inch plant belongs to the Commelinaceae family, genus Tradescantia, and summer is its most suitable growing season.

Native to northeastern Mexico. It prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of sunlight, but avoids scorching sun; it grows better in an environment of 18~23°C.

It is not cold-tolerant, and tolerates partial shade and drought.

Home care usually uses division and cuttings for propagation. Common pests and diseases include: leaf blight, scale insects

Care tips for the inch plant

Repotting: repot in spring, March~April, pruning dead leaves and long stems when repotting; a pot with a diameter of12~15cm can be used. Use a mix of leaf mold, potting soil and coarse sand for the potting soil, adding a small amount of bone meal.

Watering: keep the potting soil moist during the growing period, and slightly dry in winter. Follow the principle of "water thoroughly when dry."

Fertilizing: fertilize once every half month during the growing period, but the amount should not be too much.

Light and temperature: the optimal growing temperature is 18~25°C, and in winter not lower than10°C.

Propagation methods for the inch plant

Division: carry out division propagation in spring together with repotting, pulling the dense, crowded stems and leaves out from the inside. Plant per pot3~4plants.

Cuttings: in May~September, cut folded short stems, length7~8cm, insert into a sand bed, after inserting10~15days to root,1weeks later pot up.

Suggested planting combinations: moon rabbit ear (Kalanchoe tomentosa), new jade (Sedum rubrotinctum)

Supplement: the inch plant is suitable for placement in a spot with bright light.