Fortune grassTradescantia fluminensis

Perennial creeping herb with long stems that break off easily. The leaves are bright green, ovate to ovate-oblong. The flowers are white or lilac and the fruits are capsules with seeds.

WHERE TO FIND IT AT AROUCA GEOPARK

Prohibited Species

Flowering Season May - July

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Habitat Woods and scrubland, especially riparian; in shady places with cool or damp soil.

Erva-da-fortuna  © Avelino Vieira

Erva-da-fortuna © Avelino Vieira

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