Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
361720

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 3: 175 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361052

Common Names

  • Commelina Spectabilis
  • Showy Dayflower
  • Showy Commelina

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Description

Commelina spectabilis (also called 'Showy Dayflower', among many other common names) is an annual herb with a stem that is usually erect, growing up to 60 cm tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia and is found in wet places such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Commelina spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Commelina spectabilis var. spectabilis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Commelina spectabilis are small, blue and have three petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commelina spectabilis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized occasionally.

Where to Find Commelina spectabilis

Commelina spectabilis can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Commelina spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commelina spectabilis?

Commelina spectabilis

What are the common names of Commelina spectabilis?

Showy Dayflower

What is the natural habitat of Commelina spectabilis?

Moist, open woods, meadows, and roadsides

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-234208: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.