Callisia repens ‘Rosata’
Callisia repens 'Rosata', or turtle vine, is a trailing semi-succulent houseplant with white and pink variegated leaves.
Callisia repens ‘Rosata’, commonly known as turtle vine, is a beautiful trailing houseplant prized for its small, semi-succulent, fleshy leaves that are broadly ovate and bright green with creamy white to pink variegation. A great companion for succulents in mixed containers. Small, one inch long white flowers are borne in spike-like, curled cymes in autumn. Easy care and fast growing. Enjoys bright, filtered light. Take care to not over water. Pinch out regularly to promote bushy growth. Protect from frost by growing as a houseplant in a shallow pot or hanging basket.
Common Name: Turtle Vine - [Succulent Pre-Order]
Family: Commelinaceae (The Spiderwort Family)
Zone Hardiness: 10-11
Light: Part Sun, Part Shade
Height: under 4"
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
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Bloom Time: Fall
Foliage Colour: Variegated - Cream/White
Class: Evergreen
Type: Tender
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
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Fragrance: No
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Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
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