Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
firma
ID:
359574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex C.B.Clarke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. [A.DC. & C.DC.] 3: 180. 1881 [Jun 1881]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358906

Common Names

  • Firm Dayflower
  • Firm Commelina
  • Firm

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Description

Commelina firma (also called Firm Dayflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Commelina firma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber production and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Commelina firma are yellow and have three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are initially small, but they can grow up to 2 feet tall.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commelina firma is a fast-growing annual that can reach heights of up to 1 m (3 ft). It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Commelina firma

Commelina firma is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Commelina firma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commelina firma?

Commelina firma

What is the common name of Commelina firma?

Firm dayflower

What is the natural habitat of Commelina firma?

It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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-233893: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.