Plant Name:
Link & Otto
Latin Name:
Tradescantia crassula
Plant Type:
Succulent
Edible Part:
About
Tradescantia crassula, common names succulent spiderwort and white-flowered tradescantia, is a species of plants in the Commelinaceae family. It is native to southeastern Brazil, Uruguay, and the Misiones Province of Argentina, and has been introduced to Florida. It is safe to feed in moderation, however, with all succuluents, if fed in excess can cause diarrhea.