Callisia repens – planta curgatoare cu frunzis delicat si usor irizat, perfecta pentru spatii mici

Callisia repens , also known in Romania under the popular names dwarf tradescantia , turtle grass or frog plant , is a small plant with a flowing habit, highly appreciated for its small, rounded leaves, densely arranged on thin and flexible shoots. The color varies from dark green to green with pink-lilac or silver iridescence, depending on the light and variety.

It is an excellent choice for hanging pots, planter borders, mini-gardens, terrariums or as a ground cover in larger pots. Easy to maintain and fast growing, Callisia repens is a decorative, versatile and beginner-friendly plant.

🌿 General features :

• Scientific name : Callisia repens

• Common names : turtle grass, dwarf tradescantia, frog plant

• Family : Commelinaceae

• Plant type : decorative through foliage, perennial, creeping or creeping

• Leaves : small, rounded, glossy, green with pink, lilac or silver iridescence (in some varieties)

• Habit : compact, spreading or creeping, with abundant branching

☀️ Growing conditions :

• Light : bright indirect light – in good light the pink shades intensify; in shade it can become uniformly green

• Temperature : optimal between 18–26°C

• Watering : moderate – water when the surface of the substrate becomes dry; avoid excessive watering

• Soil : well-drained, aerated – universal substrate with perlite or mix for indoor plants

• Fertilization : once a month in the warm season, with diluted liquid fertilizer

In low light and excessive humidity, the plant can become elongated (etiolated) and lose its density. Regular pruning helps maintain a compact and lush appearance.

✔️ Advantages :

• Decorative habit and delicate foliage with unique reflections

• Ideal creeping plant for terrariums, hanging pots or borders of planters

• Very easy to propagate through cuttings

• Low maintenance, suitable for beginners

• It adapts well in small spaces, bright bathrooms, offices or kitchens.

🔔 Note : The leaves may show slight aesthetic imperfections (spots or dry edges) caused by transport or direct exposure to the sun. These aspects do not affect the health of the plant and can be corrected by light pruning.

The ceramic pot is not included in the price - the plant is sold in a plastic pot.]

Height with pot included approx. 20 cm