Common name: Turtle Vine, Creeping Inch Plant 
Scientific name: Callisia repens 

Description: low-growing succulent with small green leaves covered in fine hair, and faint purple stems that readily root at the joints. This plant is short but can spread up to 1m across and quickly forms spectacular ground cover. This plant is relatively low maintenance and will thrive if conditions are right and may need regular pruning depending on the size of the set-up. We do want to mention that some species will nibble on the leaves and roots if planted directly into the tank’s substrate, so bare that in mind when choosing what plant species to use. 
Grown in 5cm pots.
 
Place of origin: Mexico, Central America, South America  
Type: succulent, ground cover 
Habitat: tropical 
Humidity: 60% or more
Lighting: bright, indirect light, partial shade 
Temperature: 18-26˚C
Watering: keep soil moist, water when top 1-2 inches of soil is dry 
Soil: moist, well-draining soil 
Growth rate: fast 
 
Please note: live plants may vary in size and colour to the one pictured here. Although we use natural fertilizers and pest-preventatives to keep our plants happy and healthy, we highly suggest washing the roots thoroughly in distilled water before repotting or placing straight into a set-up.