Rhoeo

Description

Moses in the Cradle, also known as Rhoeo Discolor, is a popular ground cover plant that is native to Central America. This plant is a member of the Commelinaceae family and is known for its striking foliage and low maintenance requirements. The plant gets its name from the way its leaves fold up like a cradle, which is said to resemble the basket in which Moses was placed as a baby.

The leaves of Moses in the Cradle are long and narrow, with a glossy texture and a deep green color on top and a purple hue on the underside. The plant produces small, white flowers that are surrounded by bright purple bracts, which add to its ornamental value. Moses in the Cradle is a fast-growing plant that can quickly spread to cover large areas, making it an excellent choice for ground cover in gardens and landscapes. Moses in the Cradle is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of growing conditions, including full sun to partial shade.