Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
boliviana
ID:
589534

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hassk.) J.R.Grant

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 299 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588866



Common Names

  • Tradescantia boliviana
  • Bolivian Spiderwort
  • River Spiderwort


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Synonyms

  • Mandonia boliviana Hassk. [unknown]
  • Skofitzia boliviana Hassk. & Kanitz [unknown]
  • Tradescantia ambigua pilosula Hoehne [unknown]

Description

Tradescantia boliviana (also called Bolivian Spiderwort, Bolivian Spiderwort, and Bolivian Wandering Jew, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that can grow up to 30 centimeters tall. It has long, slender stems with small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Bolivia and is typically found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tradescantia boliviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a stabilizer for sand dunes. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tradescantia boliviana has small white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tradescantia boliviana is a perennial herbaceous plant that can reach heights of up to 1 m (3 ft). It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is typically done by seed, although cuttings can be taken from mature plants. The seeds should be planted in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and can withstand cold temperatures.

Where to Find Tradescantia boliviana

Tradescantia boliviana is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Tradescantia boliviana FAQ

What is the common name of Tradescantia boliviana?

Bolivian Spiderwort

What is the growth rate of Tradescantia boliviana?

Medium growth rate

What is the natural habitat of Tradescantia boliviana?

Moist soils in woodlands and along streams

Species in the Tradescantia genus

Tradescantia ambigua, Tradescantia andrieuxii, Tradescantia boliviana, Tradescantia bracteata, Tradescantia brevifolia, Tradescantia buckleyi, Tradescantia burchii, Tradescantia cerinthoides, Tradescantia cirrifera, Tradescantia commelinoides, Tradescantia crassifolia, Tradescantia crassula, Tradescantia cymbispatha, Tradescantia decora, Tradescantia deficiens, Tradescantia edwardsiana, Tradescantia ernestiana, Tradescantia exaltata, Tradescantia fluminensis, Tradescantia gigantea, Tradescantia gracillima, Tradescantia grantii, Tradescantia guiengolensis, Tradescantia gypsophila, Tradescantia hirsuticaulis, Tradescantia hirsutiflora, Tradescantia hirta, Tradescantia huehueteca, Tradescantia humilis, Tradescantia leiandra, Tradescantia llamasii, Tradescantia longipes, Tradescantia masonii, Tradescantia maysillesii, Tradescantia mcvaughii, Tradescantia mirandae, Tradescantia monosperma, Tradescantia mundula, Tradescantia nuevoleonensis, Tradescantia occidentalis, Tradescantia ohiensis, Tradescantia orchidophylla, Tradescantia ozarkana, Tradescantia pallida, Tradescantia pedicellata, Tradescantia peninsularis, Tradescantia petiolaris, Tradescantia petricola, Tradescantia pinetorum, Tradescantia plusiantha,

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-270188: Based on the initial data import
Justus Carl Hasskarl (1811-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassk.' in the authors string.
Jason Randall Grant (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Grant' in the authors string.