Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
bracteata
ID:
589556

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Ill. Fl. N. U.S. 3: 510 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588888



Common Names

  • Bracteata tradescantia
  • Tradescantia bracteata
  • Bracteata


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Synonyms

  • Tradescantia bracteata albiflora J.W.Moore [unknown]
  • Tradescantia bracteata rosea J.W.Moore [unknown]

Description

Tradescantia bracteata (also called Bracted Spiderwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Commelinaceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in dry, open areas, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Tradescantia bracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to create living sculptures and wreaths.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tradescantia bracteata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tradescantia bracteata is a tropical perennial that is native to Mexico. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Tradescantia bracteata

Tradescantia bracteata is native to Central and South America.

Tradescantia bracteata FAQ

What is the common name of Tradescantia bracteata?

Bracted Spiderwort

What is the growth rate of Tradescantia bracteata?

Medium growth rate

What is the natural habitat of Tradescantia bracteata?

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,

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