Tradescantia, Purple Queen

The Purple Queen (Tradescantia pallida 'Purpurea') is a tender, low-growing, trailing perennial in the spiderwort family, native to eastern Mexico. It features dark purple, lance-shaped leaves and produces pink to pale purple flowers that last for a single day. This plant is known for its fast growth and drought tolerance, making it suitable for various garden settings, including ground cover and hanging baskets.