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Spiderwort (Tradescantia virginiana) is a perennial forb or herb native to the southeastern United States, specifically found in Arkansas and Mississippi. Spiderwort (Latin: Tradescantia virginiana) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Spiderwort is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Spiderwort is a member native to ALA, CNT, CUB, and DEL. Spiderwort thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist but well-drained soils of light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) texture.
Spiderwort grows best in USDA zone 4-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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