Spiderwort, Western (Tradescantia occidentalis)
Latin name: Tradescantia occidentalis
Plant Family: Spiderwort (Commelinaceae)
Lifespan: Perennial
Origin: Western North America
Growing: Can grow in both sun and shade. Likes well drained and fertile soils. Fairly easy to grow.
Edibility: The young leaves and flowers are a delicious addition to salads.
Medicinal uses: None that is known.
Permaculture Uses: It’s flashy, purple flowers are a great pollinator attractor for shady areas.
7 Layers Nursery cannot take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Always do research and seek advice from a professional before consuming and/or using a plant medicinally.
Latin name: Tradescantia occidentalis
Plant Family: Spiderwort (Commelinaceae)
Lifespan: Perennial
Origin: Western North America
Growing: Can grow in both sun and shade. Likes well drained and fertile soils. Fairly easy to grow.
Edibility: The young leaves and flowers are a delicious addition to salads.
Medicinal uses: None that is known.
Permaculture Uses: It’s flashy, purple flowers are a great pollinator attractor for shady areas.
7 Layers Nursery cannot take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Always do research and seek advice from a professional before consuming and/or using a plant medicinally.
Latin name: Tradescantia occidentalis
Plant Family: Spiderwort (Commelinaceae)
Lifespan: Perennial
Origin: Western North America
Growing: Can grow in both sun and shade. Likes well drained and fertile soils. Fairly easy to grow.
Edibility: The young leaves and flowers are a delicious addition to salads.
Medicinal uses: None that is known.
Permaculture Uses: It’s flashy, purple flowers are a great pollinator attractor for shady areas.
7 Layers Nursery cannot take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Always do research and seek advice from a professional before consuming and/or using a plant medicinally.