- Low Maintenance
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Direct Light, Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light)
- Average Watering Needs
- Mature Height 2 Feet
- Pet Safe
The Bolivian Inch Plant (Callisia repens, also called Bolivian Jew, Turtle Vine, and Creeping Inch Plant) is a low-maintenance creeping plant. The leaves of this plant are small, almost olive green, tinged with raspberry, which continues onto the undersides. These leaves are gently wrapped around a dark vine, reaching up to two feet long. The Bolivian Inch Plant is easy to care for, needing little more than regular watering and bright indirect light.
Best Locations For Growing Bolivian Inch Plant
Great as a hanging plant, the Bolivian Inch Plant does well in a kitchen or bathroom window, with easier access to water and humidity. This plant works well as a tabletop plant as well, with its leaves clinging tightly and neatly to its vines, inching along decoratively. Because Callisia plants are non-toxic, the Bolivian Inch Plant is suitable for homes with children and pets.
Bolivian Inch Plant Sunlight Requirements
Place the Bolivian Inch Plant in a north- or east-facing window for all-day indirect bright light. South- and west-facing windows will work as well, though the plant should be protected from direct afternoon sunlight to avoid burning the leaves. In lower light, the Bolivian Inch Plant tends to become leggy, with the space between its leaves stretching and the plant losing its compact appearance.
Bolivian Inch Plant Care
The Bolivian Inch Plant will grow well in a standard houseplant potting mix that is peat based and well draining. Repot this plant every two years or so, choosing a pot an inch or two larger than the previous, with drainage holes. When watered incorrectly, the Bolivian Inch plant will develop soft stems (overwatering) or lose its lowest leaves (underwatering). This plant can be trimmed regularly to keep the plant compact and encourage branching, creating a fuller look.
Watering Bolivian Inch Plant
Allow the top inch or two of soil to dry out in between waterings. Water deeply until water flows out the bottom of the pot about every 5-7 days, depending on lighting and temperature. These plants prefer consistently damp but not soggy soil and will wilt when underwatered. Consistent watering is key to keeping the plant healthy and full looking.
Feeding Bolivian Inch Plant
The Bolivian Inch Plant will benefit from regular watering during the growing season. In the spring and summer, use a liquid houseplant fertilizer. Water the fertilizer into the soil once or twice a month, taking care to follow dilution recommendations to avoid damaging the plant’s sensitive roots and leaves. You will not have to fertilize in the winter as plants slow their growth.
Bolivian Inch Plant Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Direct Light, Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light |
| Care Requirements: Easy |
| Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out. |
| Pet Friendly: No |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Air Purifier: High |
| Habit: Trailing |
| Growth Rate: Moderate |
| Mature Height: 2 feet |
| Mature Spread: 12 inches |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Flower Shade/Description: White |
| Fragrant: |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Silver |
| Foliage Description: Gray-Green |
| Temperature: 55° - 70°F (13° - 21°C) |
| Humidity: Low |
| Common Name: Bolivian Wandering Jew |
| Other Name(s): Bolivian Wandering Jew, Chain Plant, Inch Plant, Turtle Vine |
| Scientific Name: Callisia repens |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Succ_Callisia_Bolivian.Jew-HP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
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Summer
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Fall into Winter
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Winter
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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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