Tradescantia purpusii - Purple Spiderwort - wandering dude

Add a splash of dramatic colour to your indoor jungle with Tradescantia purpusii, a beautiful trailing houseplant prized for its velvety green and deep purple foliage. This fast-growing variety produces cascading stems that look stunning in hanging planters, elevated pots or allowed to spill gracefully from shelves. Easy to care for and quick to establish, Tradescantia purpusii thrives in bright, indirect light, which helps maintain its rich colouring and compact growth. Pinching back the stems encourages a fuller, bushier plant, making it an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced plant lovers looking to add texture and colour to their collection.

Plant Care 

Light: Bright indirect light, can tolerate lower light, but won't grow as well or give you as many lovely colours. The Nanouk can also tolerate a bit of direct sun but not too much or you risk scorching the leaves. 

Watering: Water when the top inch of the soil is dry. This plant likes to be moist but don't overwater. 

Temperature: 15-27°C is ideal, but it can tolerate down to 10°C

Potting: A well-draining and moisture-retaining mix is best. A Sandy loam mix is a good fit. 

Hot tips: Tradescantia is an easily propagated plant, which is great as they only have a short life span, so be sure to take cuttings, and your plant will live on forever! 

Pet Friendly: NOPE