'Nanouk' tradescantia guide
Tradescantia albiflora 'Nanouk', also called Fantasy Venice, Nanouk, pink tradescantia
Published 2026-11-08
Quick care
- Light
- Bright indirect
- Water
- When the top 2 to 3 cm (1 in) of soil is dry
- Humidity
- Average room air is fine
- Temperature
- 15 to 27°C (60 to 80°F). Keep above 10°C (50°F).
- Soil
- Well-draining houseplant mix
- Feeding
- Half-strength fertilizer monthly in spring and summer
- Pets
- Toxic to cats and dogs. The sap can cause an itchy skin rash.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Mature size
- Stems trail 30 to 60 cm (1 to 2 ft)
- Propagation
- Stem cuttings in water or soil
- Where to buy
- Common
This page covers what makes 'Nanouk' tradescantia different. For light, water, soil, pests, and the rest, read the tradescantia care guide.
What it is
‘Nanouk’ is a tradescantia with thick, chunky leaves striped in pink, cream, and green, with purple undersides. It grows more upright and compact than most tradescantias, then trails as it gets longer. It is also sold as ‘Fantasy Venice’.
How to tell it apart
| Plant | Leaves | The tell |
|---|---|---|
| ‘Nanouk’ | Thick, pink, cream, and green stripes | Bold pink and chunky leaves |
| Inch plant | Thin, silver stripes | Silver, not pink |
| ‘Quicksilver’ tradescantia | Thin, green and white stripes | No pink |
Care differences
The pink needs bright indirect light and some morning sun. In low light, it turns green. Water at the soil. Water caught between the thick leaves causes rot.
Grow it from a cutting
Cut a stem tip and root it in water or moist soil. Roots form in a week or two.
Pet safety
Tradescantia sap can cause an itchy skin rash in cats, dogs, and people.
Buying it
‘Nanouk’ is common at garden centers. Look for strong pink and compact growth.