Tradescantia Nanouk (Wandering Jew)

Tradescantia Nanouk Care Guide

About Tradescantia Nanouk

Tradescantia Nanouk is a lovely cascading tropical plant with colorful, pointed leaves. Tradescantias originally come from the tropical forests of South America. Tradescantia albiflora ‘Nanouk’, however, is a cultivar developed in the Netherlands and prized for its beautiful leaf pattern with jewel-like pink hues.

The gorgeous Nanouk Tradescantia is best suited to USDA hardiness zones 9-11. It’s available in small or medium size, and when mature, its vines can reach up to 20-25 inches in length. The pink Tradescantia Nanouk is relatively easy to care for and adaptable, which makes it a good choice for beginners. Note, however, that this plant can be mildly toxic when ingested and should be kept out of your pet’s reach.

Tradescantia Nanouk: Common Name

• Wandering Jew
• Inch Plant
• Wandering Dude
• Spiderwort
• Tradescantia ‘Fantasy Venice’

Wandering Jew Plant: Benefits

• Spectacular, colorful foliage
• Relatively easy to care for
• Air-purifying properties
• Grows fast
• Adapts easily to lower light conditions

Tradescantia Nanouk Care: Growing Tips 

While the Wandering Jew requires some care, it’s relatively low-maintenance. Provide regular watering and follow these Wandering Jew plant care tips to grow a beautiful, happy plant:

Tradescantia Nanouk: Light Requirements & Temperature

• Light: Tradescantia Nanouk (or Wandering Jew) grows best in bright but indirect sunlight, ideally on an east or north-facing window.
• Temperature: Normal room temperature of 65°F to 75°F is the best for your plant. Temperatures below 50°F can damage your Tradescantia albiflora plant.

Tradescantia Nanouk: Watering & Humidity

• Watering: Water regularly, so the soil stays moderately moist and dries between waterings. Waterlogged soil can lead to root rot.
• Humidity: The Wandering Dude plant loves humidity. Aim for 50%-60% humidity for this tropical plant.

Wandering Jew: Soil, Fertilizer, and Repotting

• Soil: Well-draining soil is essential for Tradescantias. Use perlite or sand to enhance drainage and aeration.
• Fertilizer: Feed your plant monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted to half strength.
• Repotting: Repot your Tradescantia Nanouk Pink Wandering Dude once a year or when it outgrows its pot.

Tradescantia Nanouk: Propagation

Find out how to propagate Tradescantia Nanouk to grow more of these charming plants! They’re very easy to propagate from cuttings. Just take several stem cuttings with 4-5 leaves attached, put them in a transparent vase, and fill with fresh water weekly until the roots form.

Tradescantia Nanouk: Pruning and Common Issues

Overwatering and underwatering are the most common things to watch out for when growing the pink Wandering Jew plant. Water less if you notice yellowing, soft leaves. Brown, crisp leaf edges indicate that you’re not watering enough. Trim the ends of the stems for bushier growth, and remove dry or damaged leaves to keep your plant looking healthy and neat.

Tradescantia Nanouk: Companion Plants & Placement Options

Growing the charming Tradescantia Nanouk in your indoor or outdoor living spaces is the perfect way to add color and variety to your interior or to decorate your porch.

Great to Place on

Due to its flamboyant foliage, the Tradescantia Nanouk plant, available at Rooted, is well-suited for placement on shelves, tabletops, and desks. A perfect plant for homes without pets, it can also be grown outdoors in warmer climates.

Tradescantia Nanouk Grows Well With

Grow your Wandering Dude plant with other plants for hanging containers to display its beautiful trailing stems to advantage.

• Philodendron: Philodendrons come in many varieties and are prized for their glossy, beautiful foliage.
• Pothos: Pothos is a resilient and delightful vining plant with shiny, heart-shaped leaves.
• Spider Plant: Known as an excellent air-purifier, the Spider Plant has bushy, striped green leaves.

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