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Commelinaceae

Perennial treated as an annual; succulent stems with leaves clasping the stem; foliage has silver and olive stripes on the top with purple undersides; boat-shaped flowers.

Plant Form or Habit: cascading

Plant Type: annual

Plant Use: hanging baskets

Propagation: stem cuttings

Light Requirement: medium

Flower Color: Purple

Blooming Period: summer

Height: hanging basket

Width:

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: high

Water Requirements: medium

Additional Comments: Fast growing; baskets need to be reworked by adding tip cuttings back in the top periodically.