Longleaf Spiderwort

The cells of the stamen hairs of some Tradescantia are colored blue, but when exposed to sources of ionizing radiation such as gamma rays, the cells mutate and change color to pink; they are one of the few tissues known to serve as an effective bioassay for ambient radiation levels.



Border plantings.

Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water.



Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray

May cause allergic reaction in dogs and cats characterized by red itchy skin.

Attracts pollinators.

Sandhill, scrub and disturbed areas.

• Showy flowers