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Products > Tradescantia spathacea   Tradescantia spathacea - Boat lily, Moses-in-the-cradle    [2nd Image] Habit and Cultural Information Category: Perennial Family: Commelinaceae (Spiderworts) Origin: South America Evergreen: Yes Yellow/Chartreuse Foliage: Yes Flower Color: White Bloomtime: Year-round Synonyms: [Rhoeo spathacea, R. discolor] Height: 1-2 feet Width: <1 foot Exposure: Sun or Shade Seaside: Yes Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs Winter Hardiness: 30-32° F Tradescantia spathacea (Boat lily, Moses-in-the-cradle) - This clump-forming species bears a rosette of glossy green leaves with purple undersides up to 1 ft long. The common name 'Moses in the Cradle' refers to the tiny white flowers enveloped by flat purple bracts which bloom through the year. Grow in full sun or part shade. It tolerates moist to fairly dry soil. This plant is frost tender but can resprout from underground.  This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Tradescantia spathacea .