A Rhoeo Spathacea (Tradescantia Spathacea) has many alternative names such as Moses-in-a-Boat, Boat Lily, Cradle Lily, Moses-in-the-Bullrushes, and Oyster plant. Whatever you want to call them, these colourful plants are easy to care for and have very attractive leaves. They produce rosettes of long, waxy, sword-shaped leaves that are glossy green or green, purple, and white striped on top and a rich purple on the underside.
Plant Size
Small: 4 inch standard nursery pot.
Light
Bright light for at least 6 – 8 hours a day.
Water
Water every 1 – 2 weeks. Allow the top inch or two of soil to dry out before watering.
Plant Specific Care
Fertilize in the spring and summer with a well-balanced plant food diluted to 1/2 the recommended strength.
Pet-Friendly Plant
No.