Photo by Avant Gardens
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Gibasis geniculata
Also Known As
- Tradescantia geniculata
- Tahitian Bridal Veil
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 18"-36"
- W: 18"-24"
planting zones
- 10a-10b
Gibasis geniculata plant details
Gibasis geniculata is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green and purple foliage. In winter white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Gibasis geniculata
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: commelinaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green and purple
- Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in winter
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, trailing
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gibasis geniculata
- USDA Zones: 10a - 10b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Better known as Tahitian bridal veil - resembles baby breath with its airy inflorescenes of tiny white flowers that smother the tiny olive green pointed leaves. Mounding and cascading creating a beehive effect. Likes indirect bright light blooming heavy in sping thru fall. Plant in photo is a mature hanging basket, we sell 4" pots
Tahitian Bridal Veil is one of those old fashioned houseplants that makes a delightful trailer in shady window boxes and containers. Fine textured two tone purple/green leaves are accented by dainty white baby's breath like flowers.
By: Avant Gardens
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How to Grow Gibasis geniculata
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- purple
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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