Tradescantia albiflora 'Giant White Beach' H17 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are my Tradescantia leaves losing their variegation and turning green? A lack of light is almost always the cause — the leaves turn green to capture more chlorophyll when light is insufficient. Move the plant to a brighter spot (bright indirect light) and the white variegation will gradually return on new growth.
How to keep a Tradescantia dense and bushy? Regularly pinch the tips of the stems — this is the essential step. Without pruning, the Tradescantia stretches and loses density. Pinch the overly long stems just above a node and replant the cuttings directly in the pot to thicken it. In 4 to 6 weeks, the plant regains a compact and lush shape.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Variegated green and creamy white foliage • 🌤 Indirect light • 💧 Easy care • 🪴 Trailing — shelf or hanging • 📏 H17 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
Tradescantia albiflora 'Giant White Beach' is a trailing tropical plant native to Central and South America. Its oval leaves display a graphic variegation of green and creamy white stripes that spread across the entire leaf surface — a precise and regular natural pattern that is very decorative. Its fast growth and generous trailing habit make it an ideal plant to dress a shelf, windowsill, or hanging planter.
Easy to care for, fast growing, and simple to propagate. Discover it in our trailing plants collection and in our shelf selection.
Exposure & Location
Tradescantia enjoys indirect light — the more light it receives, the more the white stripes on the foliage stand out clearly. Check out our light and humidity guide to optimize its placement.
- Exposure: bright indirect light to bright partial shade — avoid direct sun which can burn the leaves.
- Ideal: bright shelf, filtered windowsill, well-lit desk.
- Temperature: 15 to 24 °C (59 to 75 °F), no cold drafts.
- Use: indoor only.
Rotate the pot regularly for even growth — Tradescantia naturally grows toward the light and can become unbalanced without periodic rotation.
Watering & Care
Tradescantia is among the easiest plants to care for — it tolerates irregular watering and clearly signals its needs. Check our watering guide to find the right rhythm.
- Watering: moderate — water when the top of the soil is slightly dry.
- Frequency: about 1 to 2 times per week in summer, reduced in winter.
- Soil: light and well-draining — universal potting mix with perlite.
- Misting: possible in summer to keep foliage fresh.
Leaves curling slightly at the edges indicate a lack of water — water as soon as you notice this sign. The plant recovers very quickly after rehydration.
Decor Ideas & Plant Pairings
Its generous trailing habit and striped foliage make it a perfect plant to create depth and movement in a plant arrangement.
- Hanging: its trailing habit is enhanced when hung high — pair it with a Golden Pothos or a Scindapsus Pictus for a hanging composition with contrasting variegated foliage.
- On a shelf: place it at the end of a shelf so its stems can trail freely — pair it with a Ficus elastica Tineke to play with contrasts in size and texture.
- Discover our guide to the best trailing plants for more pairing ideas.
Verdeia Tips
- Pinch regularly — to get a dense and bushy plant, pinch the stem tips regularly. Without pruning, Tradescantia tends to stretch at the expense of foliage density. Pinched tips root very easily.
- Easy cuttings — Tradescantia is one of the easiest plants to propagate. Cut an 8 to 10 cm stem, remove the lower leaves, and place it in a glass of water or directly into moist soil. Roots appear in 1 to 2 weeks. Our propagation guide walks you through the steps.
- Slightly toxic — Tradescantia is mildly irritating to the skin and slightly toxic if ingested by cats and dogs. Keep it out of reach of pets.
Technical Specifications
- Botanical name: Tradescantia albiflora 'Giant White Beach'
- Common name: Tradescantia White Beach, White Inch Plant
- Family: Commelinaceae
- Origin: Central and South America
- Pot diameter: 12 cm
- Approximate height: 17 cm
- Exposure: bright indirect light to bright partial shade
- Watering: moderate, soil slightly moist
- Care: easy, fast growing
- Toxicity to animals: slightly toxic if ingested
- Use: indoor only
- Special features: trailing habit, green and creamy white striped foliage, very easy cuttings
Each plant is unique: shape, shades, and foliage density naturally vary depending on light and season.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.