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

Family: Commelinaceae (ko-mel-ih-NAY-see-ee)
Genus: Callisia (kal-LIZ-ee-uh)
Species: repens (REE-penz)
Cultivar: Pink Lady

Category
Groundcovers
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Cactus and Succulents

Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade

Foliage
Grown for foliage
Good Fall Color
This plant is resistant to deer
Textured



Foliage Color
Burgundy/Maroon
Orange/Apricot
Pink/Rose

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)

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Suitable for growing in containers

Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Bloom Color

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods

Seed Collecting