Several shades
Green, cream and pink share the foliage in changing proportions.
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Tradescantia 'quadricolor' 12cm
Normal price
€11,00
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Tradescantia 'quadricolor'
Couldn't pick a colour. Luckily. 🎨
- Commelinaceae
- Several shades
- Small-scale detail
- Flowing growth
- Drainage holes required
Tradescantia 'quadricolor' combines green, cream and pink in small leaves arranged along slender, spreading stems. The changing colours suggest a loose ribbon, with different markings as the eye moves from leaf to leaf.
As the stems extend, they form a light trailing outline that softens straight edges. It adds a playful presence to a collection of green plants and also makes a complete little colour arrangement on its own.
What makes it special
Three details that shape its character.
Small-scale detail
Small leaves keep the arrangement light even as it fills out.
Flowing growth
Flexible stems spread and trail, creating lines of colour.
Why you will love it: For pink appearing within the foliage without waiting for flowers.
In your space Position & plant pairings Placement, form and complementary plants
Where it looks its best
On a bright shelf or in a hanging cover pot, away from harsh sun on pale leaves. Leave a clear path for the trailing stems.
Plants to display alongside it
Create a group in compatible light, keeping each plant in its own pot. Check watering, roots and seasonal growth individually; these are display pairings, not a shared planting.
- Philodendron 'Lime' — for a bright, solid-coloured companion.
- Peperomia obtusifolia — for rounded, sturdier leaves.
- Scindapsus pictus — for calm silvery green beside the pink.
Care at a glance
Light
Plenty of indirect light. Too little can produce sparse growth; sudden strong sun can scorch pale areas.
Watering
Water when the upper layer starts to dry. Balance light moisture with air around the roots, without standing water.
Climate
A warm, sheltered setting without frost or cold draughts. In winter, adjust watering to slower drying.
Safety
Sap can irritate skin. Handle pruning carefully and prevent pets from chewing it.
For this plant
Substrate & feeding
Detailed care Complete care guide Light, water, climate, roots and feeding
Light and position
Plenty of indirect light. Too little can produce sparse growth; sudden strong sun can scorch pale areas.
Watering according to drying
Water when the upper layer starts to dry. Balance light moisture with air around the roots, without standing water.
Air and humidity
Gentle airflow and ordinary household humidity. Avoid continually wet leaves, especially in cool conditions.
Temperature and season
A warm, sheltered setting without frost or cold draughts. In winter, adjust watering to slower drying.
Substrate and roots
An airy houseplant mix that drains well without compacting. The pot must have drainage holes.
Feeding and repotting
Feed only during active growth, using a suitable foliage fertiliser at the label rate. Do not add water just to feed. If a new mix includes starter nutrition, allow for it before adding more fertiliser. Pause during stress or rest. Repot only when roots fill the pot, moving up by one size.
Botanical identity Identity & origin The species, cultivated form and natural background
The genus Tradescantia
It belongs to Commelinaceae, known for jointed stems and sheathing leaf bases.
A colourful selection
The trade name 'quadricolor' refers to the colourful foliage, with green, cream and pink areas varying from leaf to leaf.
American background
The genus originates in the Americas. This variegated cultivated form is not equated with a wild population.
Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Scientific facts nobody asked for A closer look at plant structure and function
A sheathing base
The leaf base surrounds part of the stem, forming a sheath rather than a separate long petiole.
Rooting nodes
Nodes can form roots, allowing propagation from stem sections.
Branching after pinching
Removing a shoot tip allows lateral buds to develop, producing more branches.
Three-petalled flowers
Three-part flowers are characteristic of the genus, even though foliage is the main attraction here.
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers about this plant’s needs and behaviour.
01 Why is it losing its pink colour?
Colour varies between leaves and conditions. Check light first and avoid sudden exposure to strong sunshine.
02 Why are the stem bases becoming bare?
Ageing and insufficient light can thin the base. Pinching and renewal from cuttings help.
03 Can it stay outdoors in winter?
Prefer a protected indoor position. Do not expose the variegated selection to frost or cold, wet roots.
04 How do I take a cutting?
Use a healthy stem section with nodes, removing leaves that would sit below the rooting surface.
05 Does it need daily watering?
No. Check the mix: position, season and pot size change how quickly it dries.
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