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Black-outlined botanical illustration of Oyster Plant: Green broad strap leaves; Purple basal sheath and underside; Uneven central tip; Asymmetric rosette — Specimen illustration

The Hidden Purple Crown

Oyster Plant

Tradescantia spathacea - green form

Light: Bright filtered light.
Watering: Let the upper one to two inches dry.

Read the care guide for Oyster Plant ↗

Black-outlined botanical illustration of Tricolor Oyster Plant: Cream green pink longitudinal stripes; Purple-pink sheaths; Asymmetric juvenile fan; Long down-left leaf — Specimen illustration

The Striped Crown

Tricolor Oyster Plant

Tradescantia spathacea - sold as Tricolor

Light: Bright filtered light.
Watering: Let the upper one to two inches dry.

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Black-outlined botanical illustration of Rosato Pink Lady Turtle Vine: Articulated trailing stems; Small pointed ovate leaves; Green cream pale pink sectors; Purple underside and stems — Specimen illustration

The Small-Leaf Garland

Rosato Pink Lady Turtle Vine

Callisia repens - sold as Rosato

Light: Bright filtered light.
Watering: Keep lightly moist, with good drainage.

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