Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
358656

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hassk.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Fl. Aethiop. : 208 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357988

Common Names

  • Commelina amplexicaulis
  • Amplexicaulis Commelina
  • Commelina amplexicaulis

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Description

Commelina amplexicaulis (also called Clasping Dayflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has long, narrow leaves and small blue flowers. It grows in moist, disturbed areas and can be found in meadows, fields, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Commelina amplexicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Commelina amplexicaulis has small, white flowers with three petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commelina amplexicaulis is a fast-growing perennial that can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem cutting with at least two leaves and allow it to dry out for a few days. Then, plant the cutting in a pot with well-draining soil and keep it in a warm, bright spot. Water the cutting regularly, but don't overwater it. The cutting should take root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Commelina amplexicaulis

Commelina amplexicaulis can be found in the tropical forests of South America

Commelina amplexicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commelina amplexicaulis?

Commelina amplexicaulis

What type of plant is Commelina amplexicaulis?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Commelina amplexicaulis?

Moist forests in tropical Africa

Species in the Commelina genus

Commelina acutispatha, Commelina acutissima, Commelina africana, Commelina agrostophylla, Commelina albescens, Commelina albiflora, Commelina amplexicaulis, Commelina appendiculata, Commelina arenicola, Commelina ascendens, Commelina aspera, Commelina attenuata, Commelina aurantiiflora, Commelina auriculata, Commelina avenifolia, Commelina bambusifolia, Commelina barbata, Commelina beccariana, Commelina bella, Commelina benghalensis, Commelina bequaertii, Commelina boissieriana, Commelina bracteosa, Commelina bravoa, Commelina cameroonensis, Commelina capitata, Commelina caroliniana, Commelina chamissonis, Commelina ciliata, Commelina clarkeana, Commelina clavata, Commelina communis, Commelina congesta, Commelina corbisieri, Commelina corradii, Commelina crassicaulis, Commelina cufodontii, Commelina cyanea, Commelina dammeriana, Commelina deflexa, Commelina dekindtiana, Commelina demissa, Commelina dianthifolia, Commelina dielsii, Commelina diffusa, Commelina disperma, Commelina droogmansiana, Commelina eckloniana, Commelina elliptica, Commelina ensifolia,

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

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