species 146 observations
Tharp's Spiderwort
Tradescantia tharpii
Field notes
Tradescantia tharpii, the shortstem spiderwort or spider lily, is a species of flowering plant in the family Commelinaceae, native to the central United States. It is small for its genus, reaching only 8–12 in (20–30 cm). It is recommended for shady naturalistic settings.
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native animals
supported in the US
supported in the US
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Caterpillars
Moths and butterflies raised on it
Mouralia tinctoides
1
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Plant eaters
Animals that feed on it
Common Ground Dove, Large-tailed Aphideater
2
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Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors
Bicolored Striped Sweat Bee, Common Eastern Bumble Bee, Margined Calligrapher, Two-spotted Bumble Bee
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Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Herbaceous plants
- Light
- Part shade
- Plant type
- Perennial Wildflower
From USDA PLANTS and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.