Callisia repens, Chain Plant, Inch Plant, Turtle Vine, Bolivian Jew

Description

🌿 Callisia repens

(Chain Plant • Inch Plant • Turtle Vine • Bolivian Jew)
Trailing • Colorful • Easy-Care

Callisia repens is a charming, low-growing trailing plant prized for its dense, succulent-like foliage and cascading habit. Its small, rounded leaves range from green to purple, often with a silvery sheen, making it a popular choice for hanging baskets, ground cover, or terrariums. Fast-growing and low-maintenance, this plant is ideal for beginners and experienced plant lovers alike.

🌱 Features:

• Foliage: Small, round, slightly fleshy leaves in tones of green, purple, and silver

• Growth Habit: Spreads horizontally or cascades over pot edges

• Common Uses: Hanging baskets, windowsills, terrariums, and as a groundcover in warm climates

☀️ Care Requirements:

• Light: Bright indirect light to partial sun (some morning sun helps maintain vibrant color)

• Water: Keep soil lightly moist but not soggy; allow topsoil to dry out slightly between waterings

• Humidity: Enjoys moderate to high humidity

• Temperature: Best kept between 60–85°F (15–29°C); protect from frost

• Propagation: Very easy from stem cuttings