Tradescantia Nanouk | Easy-Care Indoor Plant – Happy Houseplants
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Tradescantia Nanouk is a classic 70s houseplant making a huge comeback — and for good reason. With its vibrant pink, green, and white striped foliage, fast-growing trailing habit, and easy-care nature, it's hard not to fall in love. A real showstopper that brings joyful colour and soft texture to any room.
Also known as Fantasy Venice, Tradescantia Nanouk is a modern cultivar developed through selective breeding from Tradescantia albiflora and fluminensis. It thrives as a houseplant thanks to its compact growth and striking variegation — perfect for adding contrast to shelves, trailing from a hanging pot, or brightening a desk.
Our W8cm x H15cm Tradescantia Nanouk arrives in a nursery pot, already full and healthy, ready to settle into your space. Whether you're looking for a thoughtful plant gift or just a beautiful addition to your own home, this one’s a favourite for a reason.
Native habitat and growth patterns
In the wild, its ancestors grow in humid, shaded areas across Central and South America — from the forest floor to rocky crevices. As a houseplant, it keeps that love of light and moisture but without demanding care. Expect it to grow fast and begin trailing happily within weeks in the right spot.
Styling ideas for home
Its neat growth and jewel-toned foliage make it ideal for:
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Floating shelves or macrame hangers
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Bright bathrooms and kitchens
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Grouped displays with terracotta or white pots
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Gifting for birthdays, housewarmings, or plant lovers
We can include a free handwritten gift card with your order — just leave your message at checkout and we’ll make sure it’s beautifully wrapped without prices or paperwork.
Tradescantia Nanouk care guide
Tradescantia Nanouk is a beginner-friendly houseplant — here’s how to help it thrive:
Light requirements:
Bright, indirect light is best to maintain its vibrant colouring. Avoid harsh midday sun, which can scorch the leaves.
Watering:
Let the top few inches of soil dry between waterings. Water thoroughly, then allow excess to drain. Avoid letting it sit in water.
Feeding:
Feed monthly during spring and summer. We recommend our Original Vegan Plant Food – an organic, cruelty-free liquid fertiliser made from seaweed and natural extracts.
Humidity:
It enjoys higher humidity but tolerates normal indoor levels. Mist occasionally or place near other plants to create a microclimate.
Pet safety:
Tradescantia Nanouk is mildly toxic if ingested and may irritate pets — keep out of reach if you have curious cats or dogs.
Propagation:
Easy to propagate from stem cuttings in water or soil. A great way to share with friends or bulk up your own display.
Why choose this plant?
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Eye-catching variegated foliage
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Fast-growing and easy-care
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Ideal for gifting or styling small spaces
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Happy in hanging pots or on shelves
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Makes any room feel more vibrant and alive
FAQs
How big will Tradescantia Nanouk get indoors?
It typically reaches up to 20 inches in trailing length. You can pinch out growth to keep it bushier.
Can I grow this in a terrarium?
Yes, if well-ventilated — it enjoys humidity but needs room to spread.
Does it flower indoors?
Occasionally, with tiny pink or white blooms, though it’s mainly grown for its foliage.
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