Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 2.0 - 00001553
01/01/98
Zebrina--Wandering Jew
Type: house plant
Comments: Wandering Jew is a suitable plant for a hanging
pot. It grows in medium light intensity but the purple
leaf coloration is more pronounced in stronger light.
Keep the soil evenly moist or allow slight drying between
watering. Make weekly applications of dilute fertilizer
when the plant is actively growing. Ideal temperatures
are between 60 and 80 degrees. The plant may be pinched
to encourage branching.
Propagation: Propagation is by cuttings.
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This file was generated from data base OP on 07/27/98.
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