Tradescantia fluminensis or 'Wandering Jew Weed' is an invasive creeper like weed. It is shade tolerant, smothers other plants by forming a dense mat and will regenerate from the smallest piece dropped of left on the ground. Some of the Systemic weed killers based on glyphosate can be used on Tradescantia fluminensis.
Tradescantia fluminensis or 'Wandering Jew Weed' removal or eradication.
Tradescantia fluminensis a persistent weed, we present a number of options.
The problem with this weed is that the smallest part left or dropped will regenerate.
Weeding.
Weeding can solve the problem, but careful weeding so that you remove every piece and place it directly into a plastic bag for correct disposal. You will need to keep at it for a few years, but it can be eradicated.
Poison or weed killer.
Because of the waxy glossy foliage Wandering Jew if fairly resistent to sprays. Some reports say that by adding dishwashing liquid to glyphosate weed killers a higher success rate can be had. Consult manufactures directions.
Smothering.
This stuff is tough, you could try smothering with black plastic, however repeat weeding is probably better and easier.
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