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(Tradescantia gigantea)
Giant Spiderwort (Tradescantia gigantea)
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Photo by: lanechaffin | License Type: Public Domain | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ | Rights Holder: lanechaffin | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2020-03-18T14:32:59Z |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Tradescantia gigantea, commonly known as Giant Spiderwort, is a deciduous perennial herb native to open woodlands and prairies in the Gulf Coast region of the United States, particularly Texas. It typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters) and a width of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters). The plant features clumps of grass-like, arching foliage and bears clusters of three-petaled, blue to purple flowers from late winter to early spring, which are quite showy and attract pollinators.
Giant Spiderwort is valued for its ease of maintenance and its ability to naturalize in suitable conditions. It is often used in border plantings, native plant gardens, and as an understory plant in shaded areas. This species thrives in part shade but can tolerate full sun in cooler climates. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and requires moderate watering, especially during dry periods. While generally pest-free, it can be susceptible to spider mites and aphids in stressful conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Giant Spiderwort is valued for its ease of maintenance and its ability to naturalize in suitable conditions. It is often used in border plantings, native plant gardens, and as an understory plant in shaded areas. This species thrives in part shade but can tolerate full sun in cooler climates. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and requires moderate watering, especially during dry periods. While generally pest-free, it can be susceptible to spider mites and aphids in stressful conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 2-3 feet
- Width: 1-1.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Pink, Purple
- Flowering Season: Winter, Spring
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Butterfly Garden, Drought Tolerant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Open woodlands and prairies in the Gulf Coast region, particularly Texas
Other Names
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Scientific Names: , Tradescantia gigantea,
GBIF Accepted Name: Tradescantia gigantea Rose