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Turtle Vine (Callisia repens)

Turtle Vine (Callisia repens) is a fast-growing, trailing succulent with small, glossy green leaves that trails elegantly.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light

Watering

Keep soil moist

Soil

Well-draining potting mix

Temperature

Average room temperatures

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding during growth

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light

Can tolerate partial shade, but may become leggy. Avoid direct sun.

Watering

Keep soil moist

Allow top inch to dry between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix

Temperature

Average room temperatures

Prefers 18-24°C. Protect from frost and extreme cold drafts.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding during growth

Diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks in spring/summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Vine

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot

Plant Environment

Indoor, Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.1-0.2 m

Spread

0.5-1.0 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

Small

Optimal Sunlight Lux

7000

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Synonyms
Callisia hexandra DC. ex Hassk.
Hapalanthus repens Jacq.
Tradescantia callisia Sw.
Tradescantia repens (Jacq.) Vand.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderCommelinales
  • familyCommelinaceae
  • genusCallisia
  • speciesCallisia repens
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 1/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Edible

No

Mildly toxic

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