SPECIMEN NO. #60
⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS
Family: Commelinaceae
Tradescantia fluminensis
Common Name: Small-Leaf Spiderwort
Small-Leaf Spiderwort (Tradescantia fluminensis) is a houseplant in the Commelinaceae family, native to Africa. It is a medium to bright-light species that thrives between 1000 and 4000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 7 days, temperatures of 15–28°C, and about 50% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is toxic to dogs and cats; reported symptoms include allergic dermatitis, skin irritation. It is also known as Small-leaf spiderwort.
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats?
YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:
Allergic dermatitis, skin irritation.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Medium to Bright
Minimum Light Requirement
1000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
4000 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope
15°C – 28°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
50% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
2765156
Native Biogeographical Range
Africa; Australia; Galápagos Islands; INTRODUCED; North America; Oceania; Trista...