Tradescantia plants are much loved for their variegated leaves, deep purple color (although there are also green varieties!) and for how extremely easy they are to propagate. Tradescantia. make a lovely, understated statement in outdoor garden beds or planters, and are perhaps even more striking indoors when allowed to trail in hanging baskets. The Tradescantia is a pretty, trailing plant that goes by common names like Wandering Jew, Wandering Dude, Spiderwort, and Inch plant. Tradescantias are native to the Americas from southern Canada down to South America. They like bright, indirect light, moist soil, and high humidity. Tradescantia likes bright, indirect light. They need a good amount of light; if they dont get it, youll notice that their leaf markings begin to fade. Direct sun, however, will scorch their leaves (with the exception being the purple queen variety, which loves full sun). Tradescantia loves moisture. Dont ever let your plant get too dry, especially in winter. To keep soil evenly moist, a regular watering schedule is best. Water until water drains through the bottom of the pot, taking care that your plant wont sit in water.