Tradescantia Sillamontana (White Velvet)

As a houseplant, it's loved for its no-fuss nature. Tradescantia plants are one of the houseplants that basically just need regular waterings to thrive. Because it's relatively low maintenance, Tradescantia plants are perfect for desks, tabletops, and other surfaces; it's a fun addition to kitchens, bedrooms, offices.

Tradescantia Sillamontana (White Velvet) is a unique houseplant with fuzzy white wooly hairs all over its leaves. The plant looks like it's covered in spider cobweb bit the white velvet hairs are naturally covering the plant as protection for warm winter conditions. 

Tradescantia Sillamontana (White Velvet)Plant Care

Watering

Water every 7-10 days when top 2" of soil is dry. 

Light

Low to medium indirect sunlight or 6-8 hours under grow lights.

Temperature

65°F - 75°F 

Soil Mix

Well drained Peat Moss, Perlite

Humidity

Keep humidity medium high at 65 - 75%

Fertilizer

Every 4 weeks in summer and every 12 weeks in winter