Giant White Inch Plant
Tradescantia albiflora · Commelinaceae
How it looks
The Giant White Inch Plant is a type of Tradescantia with very large oval leaves striped in white and silver. The stems creep sideways and small white flowers appear. With leaves 4–6 in (10–15 cm) across, it makes a compact hanging plant.
Mild caution — stomach irritation
Giant white inch plant is another name for the same species as inch plant (Tradescantia fluminensis). The sign the ASPCA records for this species is dermatitis — the sap can irritate skin on contact. As a caution-level plant it still calls for monitoring.
If ingested
Contact your nearest vet immediately
- Symptoms
- Dermatitis
Guide for parents
The only sign the ASPCA records for giant white inch plant is dermatitis. The sap can irritate skin on contact, so take care when you cut leaves or stems, and watch for a cat rubbing against a broken stem.
This plant is the same species as inch plant. It is sold under the older name Tradescantia albiflora, but the accepted name is T. fluminensis, which is how the ASPCA lists it among plants toxic to cats. This page previously classified the plant as safe based only on the common name "Giant White Inch Plant."
Make a habit of clearing away fallen leaves or broken stems the same day, and keep the pot somewhere your cat can't reach. If symptoms last more than 12 hours or your cat's appetite clearly drops, consult your vet.
Details
- Scientific name
- Tradescantia albiflora
- Common name
- Giant White Inch Plant
- Family
- Commelinaceae
- Toxic parts
- All parts
- Compounds
- Unknown
- Source
- ASPCA cats plant list
Also known as
Related plants
Same plant family· Commelinaceae
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