Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
clavata
ID:
358988

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Commelyn. Cyrtandr. Bengal. : t. 5 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358320

Common Names

  • Commelina clavata
  • Clavate Dayflower
  • Clavate Spiderwort

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Synonyms

  • Commelina diffusa Zoll. ex C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Commelina salicifolia Thwaites [illegitimate]
  • Commelina salicifolia angustata Thwaites [unknown]
  • Commelina thwaitesii Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Commelina clavata hohenackeri C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Commelina clavata (also called Clavate Dayflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has a creeping habit and is characterized by its long, linear leaves and blue flowers with three petals. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as near streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Commelina clavata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Commelina clavata is blue in color and has three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commelina clavata is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Commelina clavata

Commelina clavata can be found in the western United States, including parts of California, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.

Commelina clavata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commelina clavata?

Commelina clavata

What is the common name of Commelina clavata?

Clavata Commelina

What is the natural habitat of Commelina clavata?

Commelina clavata is found in moist meadows, roadsides, and waste places

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-233787: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.