Purple Queen Tradescantia - 10-15cm | Purple Heart

🌿 About the Plant

• Scientific name: Tradescantia purpusii (also known as Tradescantia pallida)

• Common names: Purple Queen, Purple Heart

• Appearance:

  • Lance-shaped leaves in deep purple or burgundy shades

  • Trailing stems, making it ideal for hanging baskets or as ground cover

  • Occasionally produces small pink or white flowers in natural conditions

• Size offered by Greensouq: 10–15 cm pot, perfect for tabletops or small indoor spaces

🛒 Online Delivery by Greensouq

• Availability: The Purple Queen Tradescantia (10–15 cm) is listed on Greensouq’s website. At times, it may be marked out of stock due to high demand.

• Price: Around AED 20–22 (subject to promotions and stock status).

• Delivery coverage: Greensouq delivers plants across Dubai and the wider UAE, making it convenient for both home and office buyers.

• Returns: Eligible orders can be returned within 7 days. Sale items are final.

🌱 Care Tips

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct sun, which enhances its purple color.

• Watering: Allow the top 2–3 cm of soil to dry before watering. Avoid waterlogging.

• Temperature: Thrives in average to warm indoor conditions (18–27°C).

• Humidity: Normal room humidity is fine, though dry air may cause brown leaf tips.

• Maintenance: Very low-maintenance, making it suitable for beginners.

✅ Why It’s Popular in Dubai & UAE

• Exotic look: Its vibrant purple foliage adds a bold accent to modern interiors.

• Hardiness: Well-suited to UAE’s climate when grown indoors or in shaded outdoor areas.

• Versatility: Works as a decorative tabletop plant, hanging basket filler, or ground cover in gardens.

• Affordable: Priced reasonably compared to other ornamental plants, making it accessible for most buyers.

Tradescantia purpusii

Tradescantia purpusii, commonly known as the Purple Heart or Purple Queen, is a low-maintenance and trailing plant with attractive purple foliage, The plant is named for its striking purple or burgundy leaves, which are typically lance-shaped and grow in opposite pairs along the stems, In its natural habitat, this plant can produce small pink or white flowers, when grown indoors as a houseplant, it is more commonly appreciated for its colorful foliage, Tradescantia purpusii is a relatively hardy plant and can be grown both indoors and outdoors, depending on the climate

Care Tips

Light

Provide bright, indirect light for optimal growth. While it can tolerate lower light conditions, the plant's foliage color will be more vibrant in higher light.

Watering

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering. Adjust watering frequency based on environmental conditions and the plant's needs.

Soil

Use a well-draining potting mix to prevent waterlogged soil, as overly wet conditions can lead to root rot. A mix designed for indoor plants or succulents is suitable.

Temperature

Tradescantia purpusii prefers warm temperatures and is sensitive to cold. Protect it from drafts and ensure the temperature stays above 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

This plant can tolerate normal indoor humidity levels, but it appreciates higher humidity. If the air is dry, consider misting the plant or placing a tray of water nearby.

Fertilization

During the growing season (spring and summer), feed the plant with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks. Reduce or eliminate fertilization in the fall and winter when growth slows.

Pruning

Trim back the plant regularly to encourage bushier growth and to control its size. Pinching back the stems can also help maintain a fuller appearance.

Propagation

Tradescantia purpusii is easy to propagate. You can take stem cuttings and root them in water or directly in soil.

Pests

Keep an eye out for common houseplant pests such as spider mites or aphids. If pests are present, treat them promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil