Murdannia loriformis Bright Star

The Murdannia Bright Star, nicknamed Rosette Wandering Jew, is a decorative and bright indoor plant. It grows in a compact rosette, with narrow, elongated leaves that are upright at first, then curl as they grow. The leaves are edged with a medium green margin around a silvery lamina, slightly striate. This Tradescantia species prefers bright, indirect light and slightly less frequent watering. The brighter the light, the more vibrant the silvery colour.

The Murdannia loriformis 'Ppimur004' Bright Star belongs to the Commelinaceae family. It is sometimes incorrectly referred to as Tradescantia spathacea 'Silver'. This perennial plant has a compact habit. The leaves are narrow with almost parallel sides, 10 to 20 cm long and 3 cm wide. The plant reaches 30 cm in height and 60 cm in width under good conditions. The rather discreet flowering usually occurs in winter in the form of small clusters of tiny white flowers at the tips of the stems.
The genus Murdannia includes herbaceous plants, often creeping or trailing, native to tropical and subtropical Asia. They have fleshy stems, elongated leaves, and delicate three-petalled flowers, generally in shades of pink, mauve, or pale blue. Murdannia loriformis is prized as an indoor or terrarium plant for its flexible habit and easy cultivation in humid, bright environments.

The Murdannia Bright Star can be placed in the living room, bedroom, or even the bathroom if well-lit. Pair it with Peperomias, Spider Plants, or Syngoniums on a nice piece of furniture or shelf.