Origin
The Tradescantia spathacea 'Silver' finds its origin in Central and South America. It is a plant that primarily occurs in tropical regions, including Mexico, Guatemala and Belize. This plant is named after John Tradescant, a 17th-century English gardener and collector of plants.

Characteristics
The Tradescantia spathacea 'Silver' is recognisable by its sword-shaped leaves that can grow up to 20 cm long. These leaves have a striking silver-white colour on top and are purple-red underneath. The plant has a compact growth and can reach a height of up to 30 cm. Flowers of the Tradescantia spathacea 'Silver' are small and inconspicuous, it is primarily the leaves that attract attention with this plant.

Care
Caring for the Tradescantia spathacea 'Silver' requires some attention. This plant prefers partial shade to full sun and needs regular watering, but not too much in order to prevent root rot. During the growing and blooming period, it is recommended to feed the plant every two weeks with a liquid plant fertiliser. In the winter, the watering should be reduced. The plant can tolerate warm temperatures but is not frost resistant.