Callisia repens 'Bianca'

Also Known As

Callisia repens 'Pink Lady'
Callisia repens 'Pink Turtle'
Callisia repens 'Tango'
Callisia repens 'Tricolor'
Callisia repens 'Variegata'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1"-4"
W: 6"-24"

planting zones

10a-12

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Callisia repens 'Bianca' plant details

Callisia repens 'Bianca' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, pink and variegated foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Callisia repens 'Bianca'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: commelinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, pink and variegated
Mature size: 6 IN - 24 IN - wide, 1 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Callisia repens 'Bianca'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Callisia repens ‘Bianca’ (Turtle Vine) is a lovely, trailing houseplant with alternating, oval leaves that emerge pink, green or striped with both. This heavily branching tropical plant with form a mat of gorgeous foliage. Place Turtle Vine in a hanging basket to get the most out of this plant. Small white flowers bloom in summer. Turtle Vine prefers an evenly moist, well-drained soil. Allow the top of the soil to dry out between waterings. Bright, indirect light is ideal for ‘Bianca’ to thrive. They can take some sun, but avoid direct sun exposure for too long, especially late afternoons in summer. While shade tolerant, the plant may become straggly.