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Callisia, Bolivian Jew, Inch Plant, Turtle Vine 'Pink Lady'

Callisiarepens

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Family

Commelinaceae (ko-mel-ih-NAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Callisia (kal-LIZ-ee-uh)

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Species

repens (REE-penz)

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Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Light Shade

Foliage

Grown for foliage

Good Fall Color

This plant is resistant to deer

Textured

Height

under 6 in. (15 cm)

Spacing

3-6 in. (7-15 cm)

6-9 in. (15-22 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Bloom Color

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Time

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positive

neutral

negative

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