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Tradescantia Velvet White is a soft, trailing houseplant known for its fuzzy, silvery-green leaves with a pale white velvet appearance. Its unique texture and cascading growth habit make it a great choice for hanging baskets, shelves, plant stands, and bright indoor spaces.
The proper name is commonly listed as Tradescantia sillamontana or Tradescantia sillamontana ‘White Velvet’. It may also be sold as White Velvet Tradescantia, Cobweb Spiderwort, or Velvet White Tradescantia.
Tradescantia Velvet White does best in bright, indirect light. Brighter filtered light helps support compact growth and stronger silver-white coloring. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
Water thoroughly when the top inch or two of soil feels dry and allow water to drain. Tradescantia prefer lightly moist soil, but they do not like sitting in wet soil, so avoid watering too frequently.
Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot with drainage. A standard houseplant mix with added perlite, orchid bark, or coco coir works well.
Tradescantia Velvet White prefers warm temperatures and average household humidity. Because the leaves are fuzzy, avoid letting water sit on the foliage for long periods. Good airflow helps keep the plant healthy.
Trim the stems as needed to keep the plant full and encourage branching. Cuttings root easily in water or soil, making this plant simple to propagate.
Tradescantia plants are generally considered toxic to pets if ingested and may cause skin irritation for some pets or people. Keep them away from cats, dogs, and small children.
Upcoming Events: Tissue Culture Workshop August 29 @ 11 am / Macramé Air Plant Holder Class Sunday Sept. 13th @ 3 pm / Moss Art Thursday Sept. 24th @ 6pm / Moss Art Thursday Oct. 1st @ 6 pm
