Nine Beautiful Spiderwort Varieties for Indoor and Outdoor Gardens

Spiderworts are low-maintenance houseplants and available in a wide variety of cultivars, making them ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Around 85 species exist, but only five or six are commonly grown indoors.

Exploring Diverse Spiderwort Varieties

Here’s a look at nine of the most beautiful spiderwort types, including details on their characteristics and growing conditions:

1. Baby Bunny Bellies

‘Baby Bunny Bellies’ is a cultivated variety of T. chrysophylla, originating from Brazil. It features velvety, oval-shaped green leaves with purple-pink undersides and a soft, hairy texture, resembling lamb’s ear.

2. Burgundy

‘Burgundy’ is a cultivar of T. zebrina, also known as ‘speedy Jenny.’ This species, native to Mexico and Colombia, boasts deep burgundy leaves with silvery green outlines and purple undersides. It can be grown outdoors as a perennial in Zones 8a to 12a.

3. Lilac

‘Lilac’ is a cultivar of T. fluminensis (formerly T. albiflora), also known as “striped inch plant.” Native to Brazil and Argentina, it has creamy leaves striped with green and a delicate lilac blush. It’s hardy as a perennial in Zones 9b to 12a, but can be invasive in certain regions, including Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and the southeastern United States.

4. Moses in the Cradle

This variety features green top sides and purple undersides, offering an interesting foliage combination.