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Tradescantia sillamontana Matuda
| Family Name: | Commelinaceae |
| Synonyms: | Tradescantia pexata H.E. Moore |
| Common Name: | White velvet, Cobweb spiderwort, White gossamer |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant, Succulent Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Mexico |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial (Desert / Semi-Desert) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Xerophytic herb to 20cm tall |
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| Foliage | Upper surface of leaves silvery green with a dense layer of white hairs, leaves turning bright purplish red under high light conditions. Under surface of leaves reddish purple. |
| Flowers | Flowers bright magenta pink |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Skyrise / Balcony, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting, Suitable for Hanging Baskets |
Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
| Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) |
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Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Little Water, [Remarks] (Excessive watering will cause the plant to lose its attractive appearance (leaves will become a dull green) or cause rotting) |
| Plant Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Drought Tolerant, Well-Drained Soils, Low Humidity / Aircon, Easy to Grow |
| Fertilizing | Slow release fertilizer can be incorporated into the potting media. Alternatively, feed with a dilute liquid fertilizer once a month. |
| Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
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| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Silver / Grey, White |
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Velvety / Furry / Tomentose, Hairy / Hirsute, Thick |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Pink |
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| Flower Texture(s) | Thin |
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Others
| Master ID | 31123 |
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| Species ID | 5514 |
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