Is Tradescantia poisonous?

1. Is it toxic?

Judging from the existing research on it, Tradescantia itself is non-toxic, so you can grow it at home without worrying about it. It will not pose any threat to us. In fact, not only is it non-toxic, it has very effective detoxification capabilities. Let’s take a look at its value.

2. Medicinal Value

According to existing literature records about Tradescantia, although it tastes a bit bitter, it can be used as medicine everywhere. Generally, herbal farmers will harvest this grass in autumn or summer. After harvesting, they will put it in the sun to dry the moisture, and then dry it in a shaded room. After that, they can grind it into powder and use it as medicine.

Tradescantia can be used to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, eliminate lumps on the body, treat swelling and pus, and relieve gonorrhea to a certain extent. When Tradescantia is used as medicine, it can be applied externally or taken internally.

3. Ornamental Value

The color of this flower is very bright, purple with blue, and blue with purple, which can be said to be charming. At the same time, the leaves are also very slender and emerald green. Since it has such a beautiful shape, it can naturally be planted as an ornamental plant.

For this reason, people will place it as a potted plant in the house for viewing, such as on a bookshelf or coffee table. In addition to its ornamental value, it can also serve as a green plant to purify the air.

In addition to planting it alone, it can also be planted in combination with other plants to achieve a better ornamental effect. For example, Tradescantia and Ichthyostega are usually planted together because these two plants have complementary effects in appearance. Therefore, when they are planted together, their respective characteristics can be highlighted, and they are more beautiful when placed.

After reading the above introduction, I believe everyone has a deeper understanding of the plant Tradescantia. First of all, it is non-toxic and can be cultivated with confidence. Secondly, it also has high medicinal value and is a commonly used medicine in traditional Chinese medicine.