ground cover flute-like variation

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  1. jmctropical

    jmctropical Member

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    This outdoor variety covers quickly with viney stems. It has green leaves with purple edges and produces small purple flowers. It's color is great under a verigated privet...can anyone help identify please? Thanks
     

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  2. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    A species of Tradescantia or close relative.
     
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  3. TonyR

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    Probably Tradescantia pallida
     
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    This plant suspiciously looks like rhoeo discolor.
     
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  5. saltcedar

    saltcedar Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    TonyR is correct, T. pallida.

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