{"product_id":"wandering-jew-5-pot-var","title":"Wandering Jew Variegated - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eTradescantia zebrina, commonly called the wandering jew or inch plant, is a fast-growing trailing plant with striking zebra-striped leaves in shimmering silver, green, and purple, with rich purple undersides. Native to Central America, it cascades beautifully from hanging baskets and shelves and roots easily, making it one of the simplest plants to propagate. It thrives in the warmth of Indian homes and grows vigorously with bright light, which intensifies its colours. Note that its sap can irritate skin and it is mildly toxic to pets. With bright light and regular pinching, it stays full, colourful, and lush.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommelinaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentral America (Mexico)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-20 cm (trailing to 60 cm+)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrailing, spreading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, silver-purple striped trailing leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall pinkish-purple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring to summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright indirect to part sun for best colour.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater when top 2-3 cm dries; avoid sogginess.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-draining potting mix.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-30 C; protect from cold below 10 C.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate; tolerates average rooms.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDilute balanced feed monthly in growing season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinch and trim often to keep bushy, not leggy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 1-2 years; refresh from cuttings.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStem cuttings (root very easily).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpider mites, aphids, mealybugs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMildly toxic to pets; sap irritates skin.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fast-growing trailing plant for hanging baskets, shelves, and tall pots. Its colourful cascading stems also work as quick ground cover outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt grows vigorously in India's warmth; give it bright light to keep the purple-silver stripes vivid, as low light fades the colour. Pinch stems regularly to prevent legginess and refresh tired plants from easy cuttings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water a wandering jew?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater when the top 2-3 cm of soil dries, usually once or twice a week in warm weather. Avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright indirect light to part sun keeps the purple-silver stripes vivid. In low light the colours fade and stems get leggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it is mildly toxic to cats and dogs, and the sap can irritate skin and the mouth if chewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is one of the easiest plants to propagate. Snip stem pieces and root them in water or moist soil within days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is it getting leggy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLegginess comes from low light or lack of pinching. Move it brighter and trim stems regularly to keep it bushy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a hanging basket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, its trailing habit makes it perfect for hanging baskets, shelves, and tall pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the colours fading?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFading stripes usually mean too little light. Give it brighter, indirect light to restore the vivid tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot every one to two years, or simply refresh the plant by replanting fresh cuttings when it gets straggly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, in bright shade or gentle sun above 10 C; it can spread quickly as ground cover in warm areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed a diluted balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season and reduce in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256406868214,"sku":"PLT-WANDERINGJEW-P05-VAR","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-zebrina-pendula-plant.jpg?v=1783924336","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/wandering-jew-5-pot-var","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}