Wandering Jew plant­ looks very much like its snug first cousin , the dayflower , and render this relationship through its trailing stems and sessile , pointed leaves . The farewell , about two inch long , are glazed , with two atomic number 47 banding on the upper su­rface and a plentiful purple underside . There are also motley versions with bronze , pink , or cream stripes .

Prune wandering Jew plant heavy to keep them young or begin new works from press clipping . Their stem sometimes " escape " and finish up as ground covers in other pots .

Wandering Jew Plant Quick Facts :

Scientific Name : Zebrina pendula

Common Names : Wandering Jew

Light Requirement for Wandering Jew Plant : Bright Light to Filtered Light

Water Requirement for Wandering Jew Plant : Drench , Let Dry

humidness for Wandering Jew Plant : Average Home

Temperature for Wandering Jew Plant : House

Fertilizer for Wandering Jew Plant : Balanced

Potting Mix for Wandering Jew Plant : All - Purpose

Propagation of Wandering Jew Plant : Layering , Stem Cuttings

ornamental Use for Wandering Jew Plant : Hanging Basket , Table

precaution Rating for Wandering Jew Plant : Very Easy

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR :

Larry Hodgson is a full time garden writer work out of Quebec City in the eye of French Canada where he grows well over 3,000 species and sort . His book credits includeMaking the Most of Shade , The Garden Lovers Guide to Canada , Perennials for Every Purpose , annual for Every Purpose , Houseplants for Dummies , andOrtho ’s Complete Guide to Houseplants , as well as other titles in English and French . He ’s the succeeder of the Perennial Plant Association ’s 2006 Garden Media Award . ­