Surely every amateur and beginner florist is looking for a plant that will surprise with its appearance, but at the same time it will be unpretentious in care. The appearance of netcreasia in the house will become a real purple miracle and sophistication. It will complement the interior of the house, and the unusual appearance will interest any guest.
Purple or purple netcreasia
Purple netcreasia among gardeners is also called pale tradescantia. In the natural environment, it is found in Mexico, but it is quite simple to grow it at home.
Netcreasia purpurea
Some decide to get this plant when they hear about magical properties. However, it’s not worth talking about magic. The flower benefits by alleviating the pain of rheumatism. For this, the sheet is heated and applied to the diseased area for 5-6 hours. To treat wounds, the leaves are crushed to a mushy state and applied to the inflamed area.
Important! The flower can be grown at home, even for allergy sufferers. It will not do any harm, since it is completely hypoallergenic.
Botanical Description
The plantcreasia plant is a perennial. He has powerful fleshy stems that grow up to 1 m in length. Leaves that grow 8-10 cm long grow on them in a checkerboard pattern. Outside, they are smooth and have a purple-green hue. The interior is bright purple with many small whitish villi.
The flowering period of reticulum is quite long, namely from mid-spring to late summer. At this time, a lot of small pink flowers are formed on the plant, which are located at the end of the stem. They have only 3 wide petals.
Varicata netcreasia
A description of varicose netcreasia should begin by understanding the term. Variegate is variegated. If we consider specifically netcreasia, then on its leaves areas with a light lilac color are pronounced. This hybrid is not very common due to the fact that it is more demanding on the content.
Varicata netcreasia
The clarified areas are not able to synthesize chlorophyll, therefore, exist only due to the remaining dark part. Over time, bright, brightened streaks may fade to a dark color. The phenomenon is associated with non-compliance with requirements. To prevent variegated setrkeasia from losing its unusual color, it must be ensured:
- quality care;
- appropriate soil composition;
- timely watering.
Propagation of the hybrid is possible by the method of cuttings.
Important! For this hybrid, the use of fertilizers with a high nitrogen content is prohibited.
Purple or violet netcreasia: home care
Despite the fact that this flower is spoken of as an unpretentious plant, it still needs to be looked after.
Location Lighting Requirements
Netcreasia violet photophilous. Therefore, the selected location should be well-lit. The light should be diffused, and in the morning you can put a flower on the windowsill so that it is soaked under direct sunlight.
If the windows of your home are on the shady side, this should not be a reason for rejecting this beautiful and bright flower. In this case, amateur gardeners acquire phytolamps. Being under them per day is approximately 12-15 hours.
If the leaves darken and acquire a green tint, then this is an occasion to review the place for the flower. A change in unusual color and tarnishing indicates a lack of light.
Outcome of insufficient lighting - greening
Temperature and humidity
Tradescantia will grow and develop well if the temperature regime comfortable for it is observed in the room. Allowable temperature ranges from 13 to 24 degrees. If the temperature is higher, the flower will begin to dry and age.
If the flower turned green due to a lack of light, then it is saved by being placed in a cool place. The temperature in this case is about 7-10 degrees. After such a shake, be sure to fertilize the plant.
A flower loves a humid room, but at the same time it can not be sprayed from a spray bottle. To keep the flower clean, just wipe its leaves with a dry cloth. Expanded clay can be placed in a pallet and periodically moistened.
Recommended indoor humidity is about 50-60%.
How to water
In order for the shoots to constantly grow and develop, the stem must receive the necessary amount of moisture. Particular attention should be paid to this issue in the summer. It is recommended to moisten the soil 2 times a week, and in winter, watering is reduced to 1 time. In some houses there is an insufficient level of humidity, so the earth dries out faster. Make sure that it does not dry out. In this case, you will need to create an individual watering schedule.
Water should be at room temperature. It is recommended to pre-defend it for 2-3 days.
Important! Avoid fluid stagnation in the pot. Otherwise, the root system may begin to rot.
Pruning
The stems of the tradescantia grow very quickly. To give the purple bush a beautiful and neat shape, it is recommended to regularly cut the shoots. If you avoid the procedure, the leaves will grow less often and the flower will lose its attractiveness. After the procedure, a shoot about 3-5 cm long should remain from the stem.
Long shoots needing pruning
Important! During flowering, old buds must be removed so that new ones grow in their place.
Fertilizer
Plant nutrition should be carried out during the period of its active growth. Recommended frequency is 1-2 times per month. The frequency depends on the growth rate. For this, universal mineral complexes for flowering indoor plants are used. As soon as the active phase is completed, and the flower goes into a dormant state, feeding should be stopped.
The soil
Tradescantia is not demanding on the soil in which it grows. You can use a universal soil mixture for indoor plants. It is recommended to add a loosening component. It can be perlite, vermiculite or ordinary river sand. You can prepare the soil mixture yourself. You do not need to look for step-by-step instructions for this. Compost, soddy ground and coarse river sand mix in equal proportions. Additionally, some charcoal intervenes.
Drainage layer
Before putting the finished mixture into a pot, it is recommended to lay a 2-3 cm expanded clay layer on the bottom. The shape of the pot can be classic, where the height and width are equal, or the diameter can be slightly wider than the height.
At first it may seem that home care for purple netcreasia is complicated. This opinion is erroneous. Observing the listed rules of care and maintenance of the flower, the owner will be awarded the opportunity to admire the unusual appearance, as well as the long flowering period. Having put a little effort and time, the flower will not keep you waiting and will delight you with a beautiful appearance.
