SPECIMEN NO. #177
⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS
Family: Commelinaceae
Tradescantia pallida
Common Name: Purple Heart
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats?
YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:
Inferred from ASPCA: genus 'Tradescantia' contains members toxic to dogs and cats. Species-level confirmation pending.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Direct Sun
Minimum Light Requirement
5000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
15000 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope
16°C – 30°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
55% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
2765221
Native Biogeographical Range
Caribbean; East Africa; Galápagos Islands; INTRODUCED; North America