Tradescantia

The genus Tradescantia, also known as spiderwort, includes approximately 75 species of plants belonging to the family Commelinaceae. These plants are primarily native to the Americas, ranging from Canada to Argentina. Tradescantia species are known for their fleshy stems and succulent leaves, which can be green, variegated, or purple. They are popular as houseplants due to their easy care and rapid growth. The flowers are usually small, three-petaled, and can be white, pink, blue, or purple.