Species:
socorrogonzaleziae
Status:
valid
Authors:
Espejo & López-Ferr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Sida 15: 441 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361029
Common Names
- Socorro Gonzaleziae Commelina
- Socorro Gonzaleziae Dayflower
- Socorro Gonzaleziae Spiderwort
Description
Commelina socorrogonzaleziae (also called Socorro Commelina, among many other common names) is an annual herb with narrow, linear leaves and small, blue flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist, grassy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Commelina socorrogonzaleziae has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat fever and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Commelina socorrogonzaleziae are small, blue in color, and arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, dark green, and have two, long, slender leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Commelina socorrogonzaleziae is a small, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.
Where to Find Commelina socorrogonzaleziae
Commelina socorrogonzaleziae is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Commelina socorrogonzaleziae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Commelina socorrogonzaleziae?
Commelina socorrogonzaleziae
What type of plant is Commelina socorrogonzaleziae?
Herb
What is the natural habitat of Commelina socorrogonzaleziae?
Tropical forests
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,