Tradescantia ‘Nanouk – Bubblegum Tradescantia – Various Sizes

Add a Pop of Color with the Bubblegum Tradescantia

The Bubblegum Tradescantia, also known as the Rapunzel Lipstick Plant, is a delightful addition to any plant collection, boasting stunning foliage with vibrant hues reminiscent of sweet bubblegum. Its trailing vines cascade elegantly, creating a lush and lively display that adds a pop of color to any space. 

Bubblegum Tradescantia: A Plant for Everyone!

Whether you’re new to plants or a seasoned enthusiast, this resilient houseplant fits seamlessly into any collection. Its low-maintenance nature, combined with its unique, colorful foliage, makes it an ideal choice for brightening up any interior setting.

Plant Profile

• Botanical Name: Tradescantia ‘Nanouk’
• Pronunciation: trad-es-KAN-tee-uh
• Common Name: Bubblegum Lilac, Wandering Dude, Nanouk, Tricolor Nanouk, Fantasy Venice, Wandering Jew, Tradescantia Bubblegum
• Native Range: Brazil, Northern Argentina

How to Care for Bubblegum Tradescantia

• Care Level: Easy
• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light
• Water: Allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid overwatering!
• Humidity:  Average
• Temperature:  55-80F
• Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves and keep the plant clean. Note, the plant may become leggy over time. In this case, you may wish to fill in the balding areas with cuttings you’ve propogated.
• Feeding:  Fertilize monthly with a half-strength liquid fertilizer
• Propagation: Stem Cuttings
• Growth: Vining, Trailing
• Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets