Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
zambesica
ID:
362103

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 3: 161 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361435

Common Names

  • Commelina zambesica
  • Zambesian Dayflower
  • Zambesian Commelina

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Synonyms

  • Commelina cuneata C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Commelina zambesica (also called 'Zambesian Spiderwort', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in moist habitats, such as riverbanks, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Commelina zambesica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Commelina zambesica are bright blue and star-shaped, with three petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commelina zambesica is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a pot with well-draining soil and keep it in a warm, sunny spot. Water the seeds regularly until they germinate and begin to grow. To propagate from division, divide the plant into sections and replant each section in a pot with well-draining soil and keep it in a warm, sunny spot. Water the divisions regularly until they take root and begin to grow.

Where to Find Commelina zambesica

Commelina zambesica is native to Zimbabwe.

Commelina zambesica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commelina zambesica?

Commelina zambesica

What is the common name of Commelina zambesica?

Zambian spiderwort

What is the natural habitat of Commelina zambesica?

Grasslands and disturbed areas

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-234276: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.