{"id":25173,"date":"2021-07-11T00:56:50","date_gmt":"2021-07-11T04:56:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gardender.com\/?p=25173"},"modified":"2022-08-09T01:54:03","modified_gmt":"2022-08-09T05:54:03","slug":"zebra-herb-care-location-propagation-of-zebrina","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gardender.com\/zebra-herb-care-location-propagation-of-zebrina\/","title":{"rendered":"Zebra Herb: Care, Location &#038; Propagation Of Zebrina"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>The zebra herb stands out from many other green houseplants thanks to its colorful foliage. Here you will find the most important information about the location and care of the zebra herb.<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\" \/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/dded97617b1cd8fb585093d7f1837191.jpg\" alt=\"Zebra Herb: Care, Location &#038; Propagation Of Zebrina\" \/><\/p>\n<p> The foliage of the zebra plant is usually three-colored [Photo: Phatthanun Kaewsuwan \/ Shutterstock.com]\n<p> The long shoots of the zebra herb ( <em>Tradescantia zebrina<\/em> ) are best shown hanging in a traffic light pot. In this article you will learn, among other things, how you can help the popular houseplant to grow bushy and what you should consider when caring for it.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zebra_herb_flowering_origin_and_properties\"><\/span> Zebra herb: flowering, origin and properties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-661f974a10975\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-661f974a10975\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/zebra-herb-care-location-propagation-of-zebrina\/#Zebra_herb_flowering_origin_and_properties\" title=\" Zebra herb: flowering, origin and properties\"> Zebra herb: flowering, origin and properties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/zebra-herb-care-location-propagation-of-zebrina\/#The_most_beautiful_varieties\" title=\" The most beautiful varieties\"> The most beautiful varieties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/zebra-herb-care-location-propagation-of-zebrina\/#Planting_Tradescantia_zebrina_location_timing_and_procedure\" title=\" Planting Tradescantia zebrina: location, timing and procedure\"> Planting Tradescantia zebrina: location, timing and procedure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/zebra-herb-care-location-propagation-of-zebrina\/#Care_of_the_zebra_herb\" title=\" Care of the zebra herb\"> Care of the zebra herb<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/zebra-herb-care-location-propagation-of-zebrina\/#Cut_water_and_fertilize_zebra_herb\" title=\" Cut, water and fertilize zebra herb\"> Cut, water and fertilize zebra herb<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/zebra-herb-care-location-propagation-of-zebrina\/#Repot\" title=\" Repot\"> Repot<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/zebra-herb-care-location-propagation-of-zebrina\/#Propagate_zebra_herb\" title=\" Propagate zebra herb\"> Propagate zebra herb<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/zebra-herb-care-location-propagation-of-zebrina\/#Wintering_is_zebra_herb_hardy\" title=\" Wintering: is zebra herb hardy?\"> Wintering: is zebra herb hardy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/zebra-herb-care-location-propagation-of-zebrina\/#Is_zebra_herb_poisonous\" title=\" Is zebra herb poisonous?\"> Is zebra herb poisonous?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p> The zebra herb native to South and Central America belongs to the Commelina family (Commelinaceae). There is disagreement about the genus: Sometimes the zebra ampelkraut belongs to the genus of the three-masted flowers ( <em>Tradescantiae<\/em> ), sometimes it is considered to be <em>Zebrina pendula<\/em> but also as a separate genus. The name zebra ampelkraut refers to the popular way of keeping houseplant in a hanging pot. This allows the long shoots to hang down over the edge of the pot and the green-silver-violet striped leaves to come into their own. In nature, in addition to the decorative leaves, pink flowers develop all year round, which are individually located in the leaf axils. Flower formation is also possible in indoor cultivation if the zebra plant receives enough light. As a weakly succulent plant, the zebra herb is able to store a little water in the leaves and shoots. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\" \/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/98e414915c8ae974995d199fa800ddd5.jpg\" alt=\"Zebra Herb: Care, Location &#038; Propagation Of Zebrina\" \/><\/p>\n<p> The flowers of the zebra herb are pink and have three petals [Photo: Grisha Bruev \/ Shutterstock.com]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_most_beautiful_varieties\"><\/span> The most beautiful varieties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p> In addition to the classic zebra herb, there are also some varieties of <em>Tradescantia zebrina<\/em> , which differ mainly in their color. We briefly introduce the most beautiful zebra herb varieties:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li> <strong><em>Tradescantia zebrina<\/em> &#39;Quadricolor&#39;<\/strong> has more pink than purple leaves, which together with the green and white stripes make a pretty pattern.<\/li>\n<li> <strong><em>Tradescantia zebrina<\/em> &#39;Purpusii&#39;<\/strong> has leaves in a particularly strong purple, which stand out next to the other, mostly green house plants.<\/li>\n<li> <strong><em>Tradescantia zebrina<\/em> &#39;Discolor&#39; also<\/strong> scores with differently colored striped leaves in pink, green and silver. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\" \/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/16fad62666fa75192676fd86a87b1521.jpg\" alt=\"Zebra Herb: Care, Location &#038; Propagation Of Zebrina\" \/><\/p>\n<p> Some varieties appear more pink than purple [Photo: Amverlly \/ Shutterstock.com]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Planting_Tradescantia_zebrina_location_timing_and_procedure\"><\/span> Planting Tradescantia zebrina: location, timing and procedure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p> The zebra herb is quite straightforward both in terms of location and maintenance. It is best to place the zebra plant in a bright place that is protected from the midday sun. However, a little sun in the evening or in the morning is good for the zebra plant. The temperature should correspond to normal room temperature during the growth period &#8211; between 20 and 25 \u00b0 C. During this time <em>Tradescantia zebrina can<\/em> also be kept outside on the balcony or in the garden. A protected, not full sun location is also important there. In winter it can be a bit cooler for the zebra plant, 12-15 \u00b0 C is sufficient here.<\/p>\n<p> <strong>Tip<\/strong> : If the zebra herb gets enough light, with a little luck you can also marvel at the pretty flowers.<\/p>\n<p> The zebra herb does not need a special substrate, a versatile universal potting soil is absolutely sufficient. Our Plantura organic universal soil, for example, is a particularly sustainable choice: The clay minerals it contains ensure that the soil has good water storage capacity, so that the plant is supplied with water over the long term. In addition, the slightly acidic pH value is ideal for the zebra herb. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\" \/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2462f0a4a9af5e8bbeee7c6fdb3f985d.jpg\" alt=\"Zebra Herb: Care, Location &#038; Propagation Of Zebrina\" \/><\/p>\n<p> In summer the zebra herb also feels good outside [Photo: simona pavan \/ Shutterstock.com]\n<p> If you use cuttings to plant the zebra herb, you can place several cuttings in one pot. Depending on the size of the container, 10 to 15 cuttings fit next to each other, so that the zebra herb appears bushier.<\/p>\n<p> <strong>Tip:<\/strong> A traffic light pot is ideal for hanging the zebra herb in the limelight. The best thing to do is to position the pot in a bright place, for example in front of a west or east window.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Care_of_the_zebra_herb\"><\/span> Care of the zebra herb<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p> It doesn&#39;t take much for zebra herb care to be successful. Like almost all tropical plants, it only needs water every now and then and the occasional application of fertilizer. A regular cut can also influence the growth habit. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\" \/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/bb841be3d709c40900df1fbf9764c40b.jpg\" alt=\"Zebra Herb: Care, Location &#038; Propagation Of Zebrina\" \/><\/p>\n<p> By cutting back the shoots, the zebra herb grows bushier [Photo: Winlyrung \/ Shutterstock.com]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cut_water_and_fertilize_zebra_herb\"><\/span> Cut, water and fertilize zebra herb<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> Water the zebra herb regularly and always keep the root ball moist. The substrate may dry on the surface in between, but then water should be given again. Lime-free water is best. Young plants need a little more water, the soil should then always be evenly moist. Avoid waterlogging by draining excess water from the planter a few minutes after adding water.<\/p>\n<p> In the growth phase, the zebra ampelkraut needs a fertilizer every now and then, so that the nutrient supply is guaranteed. A classic green plant fertilizer is suitable for this, such as our Plantura organic indoor &#038; green plant fertilizer. This ensures lush foliage and strong growth, so that the zebrina can develop long shoots. Root growth is stimulated by the microorganisms in our organic fertilizer.<\/p>\n<p> Since the shoots of the zebra ampelkraut usually grow quickly and long during the growing season, pruning may be appropriate. In addition, the leaves often dry up on the shoots and are thrown off. The shoots can then be cut back generously in spring. This measure promotes branching and the zebra herb grows bushier.<\/p>\n<p> <strong>Tip:<\/strong> To get a little closer to the tropical conditions, you can spray the zebra plant with a water atomizer from time to time. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\" \/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/d9b4bed0783b786dce1689c4598e397a.jpg\" alt=\"Zebra Herb: Care, Location &#038; Propagation Of Zebrina\" \/><\/p>\n<p> The zebra herb comes into its own in a traffic light pot [Photo: Viktoria Hans \/ Shutterstock.com]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Repot\"><\/span> Repot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> You can repot the zebra herb during the growing season, i.e. between spring and autumn. If the old pot is completely rooted, it is time for a larger one. Otherwise repotting every two to three years is sufficient.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Propagate_zebra_herb\"><\/span> Propagate zebra herb<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p> The easiest way to propagate the zebra herb is to use cuttings. In spring, a few shoots can simply be cut off from the mother plant. These should already have a few leaves. Then place the cuttings in a glass of water in a bright place. After a few days, roots should have formed and the cuttings can be planted in a pot. Since older shoots lose their leaves and become bare, the use of zebra herb offshoots is not recommended. With the cuttings method, new young shoots with many leaves are always obtained and the bare shoots shortened. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\" \/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2de2e10bd5a8efaabe8f39a2d98f884f.jpg\" alt=\"Zebra Herb: Care, Location &#038; Propagation Of Zebrina\" \/><\/p>\n<p> The best way to propagate the zebra herb is by cuttings [Photo: Elena Loginova \/ Shutterstock.com]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wintering_is_zebra_herb_hardy\"><\/span> Wintering: is zebra herb hardy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p> In winter, the zebra plant can also tolerate cooler temperatures, but these should not drop below 10 \u00b0 C. Then place the plant in a light spot so that the leaves keep their bright color. If the zebra herb experiences frosty temperatures, shoots and stems freeze to death.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_zebra_herb_poisonous\"><\/span> Is zebra herb poisonous?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p> The zebra herb is not poisonous for humans or animals. So you can put the plant in any suitable place in the home.<\/p>\n<p> There are many more three-masted flowers whose blossoms can also be admired in our latitudes. With us you can find out everything about the beautiful plant species.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The zebra herb stands out from many other green houseplants thanks to its colorful foliage. Here you will find the most important information about the location and care of the zebra herb. 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