Professor Sprout is a Tradescantia zebrina, commonly called Inchplant · Wandering dude · Silver inch plant.
8 sunbeams · 1 sunburst — Log in to react or follow. 1 follower.
Timeline
-
Moved closer to the window — seems happier already.
3 sunbeams
About this plant
Common name
Inchplant · Wandering dude · Silver inch plant
Scientific name
Tradescantia zebrina
Sun
Bright indirect light; tolerates partial shade
Water
Water when top soil dries; avoid soggy soil
Soil
Well-draining, standard potting mix
Nickname
Professor Sprout
Fun facts
- The name "inchplant" comes from its rapid growth and the way each node, spaced about an inch apart, can root and start a new plant.
- Its small flowers are pink to purple with three petals, typical of the spiderwort family.
- Leaf color shifts with light: low light produces greener leaves, while bright light intensifies the silver and purple.
- Cuttings root in plain water within days, making it one of the easiest plants to propagate.
Photos
No owner photos yet. See species photos →
Living wall
The living wall is blank — be the first to leave a note.