{"product_id":"tradescantia-fluminensis-white-cobra-inch-plant","title":"Tradescantia fluminensis ‘White Cobra’ – Inch Plant","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA fast-growing and eye-catching trailing houseplant, \u003ci\u003eTradescantia fluminensis\u003c\/i\u003e ‘White Cobra’ is prized for its bold white and green striped foliage and easy-going nature. The elongated leaves form dense, cascading growth that works beautifully in hanging pots, on shelves, or trailing from planters. With regular trimming, it stays lush and compact, making it a great choice for both beginners and seasoned plant lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eTradescantia fluminensis\u003c\/i\u003e ‘White Cobra’ (of rivers or flowing water, referring to its natural habitat)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePreviously widely sold as \u003ci\u003eTradescantia albiflora\u003c\/i\u003e. Botanically, \u003ci\u003ealbiflora\u003c\/i\u003e is now treated as a synonym of \u003ci\u003eTradescantia fluminensis\u003c\/i\u003e, which is the currently accepted name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynonyms\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eTradescantia albiflora\u003c\/i\u003e ‘White Cobra’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eInch Plant, Wandering Dude (avoid outdated or offensive common names)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to South America, particularly Brazil and Argentina, where it grows as a spreading groundcover in warm, humid environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light. Good light helps maintain strong variegation. Tolerates medium light, but growth may become leggier and leaf markings less defined. Avoid strong direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAllow the top few centimetres of compost to dry out between waterings. Water more frequently during spring and summer, reducing watering in autumn and winter. Avoid waterlogged soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eHappy in average household humidity. Tolerates higher humidity but does not require misting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a free-draining houseplant compost with added perlite for airflow. Repot every 1–2 years or refresh the soil as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every 2–3 waters during the growing season with a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser. Reduce feeding significantly in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIdeal temperature range is 18–26°C. Avoid cold draughts and temperatures below 10–12°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSap may cause mild skin irritation and can be irritating if ingested. Keep out of reach of pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eRegular trimming keeps this plant compact and encourages fuller, bushier growth – cut stems can be easily propagated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eExtremely easy to propagate from cuttings; stems will root readily in water or compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIn the wild, \u003ci\u003eTradescantia fluminensis\u003c\/i\u003e spreads by rooting wherever its stems touch the ground, allowing it to recover quickly and form dense mats.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"10.5cm","offer_id":57710543634813,"sku":"3997741658671","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/tradescantia-fluminensis-white-cobra-inch-plant-sprouts-of-bristol-sprouts-of-bristol-7537764.jpg?v=1769023789","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/tradescantia-fluminensis-white-cobra-inch-plant","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}