Longbract spiderwort facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Longbract spiderwort
Tradescantia bracteata
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Plantae
Clade:	Tracheophytes
Clade:	Angiosperms
Clade:	Monocots
Clade:	Commelinids
Order:	Commelinales
Family:	Commelinaceae
Subfamily:	Commelinoideae
Tribe:	Tradescantieae
Subtribe:	Tradescantiinae
Genus:	Tradescantia
Species:	T. bracteata
Binomial name
Tradescantia bracteata Small in Britton & A.Br.
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The longbract spiderwort (scientific name: Tradescantia bracteata) is a pretty wild flower. People also call it the prairie spiderwort. It is a type of plant in the Tradescantia family. This plant is known for its lovely purple flowers.

What is the Longbract Spiderwort?

The longbract spiderwort is a specific kind of plant. It belongs to a group of plants called Tradescantia. These plants are often called spiderworts because their leaves look a bit like spider legs. This particular spiderwort was first described in 1898.

Where Does it Grow?

This plant naturally grows in the United States. You can find it in the northern and central parts of the country. It loves the wide-open spaces of the Great Plains. It also grows in the Mississippi Valley area. This includes states like Arkansas, Oklahoma, Minnesota, and Montana. Sometimes, you can find small groups of them a bit further east too.

Its Beautiful Flowers

The longbract spiderwort is famous for its bright purple flowers. These flowers add a splash of color to the prairies. They usually bloom during the warmer months. In the United States, you can see them flowering from May to July. This is when the plant looks its best!

How it Grows

This plant is quite tough and can grow in different places. It often grows in sunny spots. It can be found in prairies, open woodlands, and along roadsides. It spreads and grows new plants each year. This helps it to cover more ground.