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Callisia navicularis

Also Known As

Tradescantia navicularis
Chain Plant
Chainplant
Inch Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"
W: 12"

planting zones

9b-12

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Callisia navicularis plant details

Callisia navicularis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and occasional - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Callisia navicularis

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: commelinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 IN - 12 IN - wide, 0 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Callisia navicularis

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Callisia (syn. Tradescantia) navicularis, commonly known as chain plant, is a semi-succulent, trailing vine with small, keel-shaped, olive green leaves with purplish undersides with all colours darkening with a little stress. In rich conditions with more moisture stems will extend and trail. In lean conditions plants will remain quite tight and compact. An interesting companion for planting with other succulents in mixed containers. Small pink flowers late in the season. Easy care and fast growing. Enjoys bright, filtered light. Pinch out regularly to promote bushy growth. Protect from frost by growing as a houseplant in a shallow pot or hanging basket. Photo: Wikipedia.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

A spreading cascading plant with narrow fleshy lengthwise folded leaves approx 1" long. Likes bright indirect light and let dry between waterings. A very easy care houseplant.