Plant Care Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush'

Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush'

Also known as

Tradescantia 'Purple Plush'

Taxonomy

Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush'
Gibasis
Commelinaceae
Commelinales

How to care for Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush'

💦 Water

How often to water your Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush'

Water needs for Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush'
0.5 cups
every 9

Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush'

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush' in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush': 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush' may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush' prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush' may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush' Light Requirements →

Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush' Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

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🪴 Soil

Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush' →

When and How to Successfully Repot Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush' →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush'

Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush'

Gibasis geniculata 'Purple Plush'


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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