Description
Callisia repens ‘Kribo’, also known as Turtle Vine or Inch Plant, is a charming trailing houseplant with small, fleshy leaves in shades of green, pink, and purple. Its compact growth habit makes it perfect for hanging planters, terrariums, or as colourful ground cover in mixed arrangements.
- Full Botanical Name: Callisia repens ‘Kribo’
- Common Names: Turtle Vine, Inch Plant, Creeping Inch Plant
- Country and/or Region of Origin: Native to Central and South America
- Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Found creeping across tropical forest floors and rocky outcrops in humid, shaded conditions
- Care Guide:
- Light: Bright, indirect light; too little light reduces variegation
- Ideal Room: Bathroom, kitchen, or living room with bright light
- Feeding: Balanced liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity (50–70%)
- Ideal Temperature: 18–28°C; protect from temperatures below 15°C
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy; allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings
- Pet/Child Safe: Toxic (genus level) — can cause mild dermatitis or oral irritation in pets if chewed; ingestion may result in vomiting or drooling
- Soil Type: Light, well-draining mix with peat, perlite, and bark
- Propagation: Stem cuttings easily root in water or soil
- Eventual Height and Spread: Trails up to 40 cm long
- Growth Rate: Fast; grows quickly with warmth and bright light
- Pests and Treatment: Watch for aphids and mealybugs; treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap
- Repotting: Every 1–2 years to refresh soil
- Pruning: Trim regularly to maintain a compact, bushy appearance
- Air Purification: Moderate; helps maintain humidity and absorb small amounts of airborne pollutants
- Folklore: Often associated with friendship and vitality due to its vigorous and spreading growth habit
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