Moses in the Cradle and Purple-Leaves Spiderwort

Moses in the Cradle, Purple-Leaves Spiderwort
Rhoeo spathacea (Rhoeo discolor)

Commelinaceae

Whorl of brightly colored straplike leaves; foliage is fleshy, dark green with purple metalic color above and ark purple color below; flowers are interesting in their boat shape but not very ornametal. Allow soil to dry between waterings; propagate by division of the clumps.

Plant Form or Habit: spreading

Plant Use: medium foliage pot plant

Exposure: medium

Flower Color: white but not important

Blooming Period:

Height: 1-1 1/2 feet

Width: 1 foot

Foliage Texture: coarse

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: low