In Spanish, Tradescantia plants are sometimes referred to as flor de Santa Lucía (Saint Lucy's flower), in reference to the Saint's reputation as the patron saint of sight, and the use of the juice of the plant as eye drops to relieve congestion.
In Spanish Tradescantia plants are sometimes referred to as flor de Santa Lucía (Saint Lucy's flower) in reference to the Saint's reputation as the patron saint of sight and the use of the juice of the plant as eye drops to relieve congestion