– They are hardy, grows quickly, and requires little care and attention – Wandering Jew plant is not one plant but the common name for a variety of Tradescantia species – Three most common ones include Tradescantia fluminensis ‘Quicksilver’, Tradescantia pallida ‘Purple Heart’, and Tradescantia zebrina ‘Tricolor – Plant care is the same for all three common types and is detailed in this guide