Turtle vine
Callisia repens · Family Commelinaceae
Also known as: callisia repens, creeping inch plant, bolivian jew
- Light
- Bright indirect
- Watering
- Every 4 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- No, keep it away from cats and dogs
Care
Where to put it
A hanging basket or shelf near a bright window.
Light
Bright indirect light keeps it compact and colourful.
Watering
Water when the top of the compost is dry. Avoid waterlogging.
About the plant
Turtle vine forms dense mats of tiny leaves that cascade over the pot. Very popular in Brazil, it is associated with prosperity. It grows fast and is easy to propagate.
Origin
Native to Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and South America, where it creeps across damp ground.
What it likes
- Bright indirect light
- Slightly moist compost
- Hanging pots
What it dislikes
- Strong afternoon sun
- Compost dry for long periods
- Waterlogging
Did you know?
Almost any little piece of stem pushed into compost will root, which is why it spreads so easily.
