Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
forskaolii
ID:
1297155

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
tro

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Obs. 2: 172 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296493

Common Names

  • Forskaolii Commelina
  • Tropical Almond
  • Wild Almond

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Description

Commelina forskaolii (also called Forskål's Commelina, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has a prostrate growth habit with a woody rootstock. The leaves are ovate to lanceolate and the flowers are white or pink. It grows in disturbed areas, fields, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Commelina forskaolii is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Commelina forskaolii has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commelina forskaolii is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Commelina forskaolii

Commelina forskaolii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in dry woodlands and savannas.

Commelina forskaolii FAQ

What are the common names of Commelina forskaolii?

None

What is the optimal temperature range for Commelina forskaolii?

65-80°F (18-27°C)

What is the optimal soil type for Commelina forskaolii?

Well-draining, fertile soil

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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