For the identification of insects and other fauna and flora of South Africa.

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Moss-in-a-basket (Tradescantia spathacea)

Family Commelinaceae  
 An exotic plant from Mexico.
 It can tolerate many different kinds of conditions: hot or dry, full sun to shade.
 Does well as a ground cover and is easily propagated. Makes an attractive border.