Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
semiteres
ID:
474366

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dalzell) Santapau

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Poona Agric. Coll. Mag. 41(4): 15 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473698

Common Names

  • Murdannia semiteres
  • Semi-terete Morning Glory
  • Semiteres Murdannia

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Synonyms

  • Aneilema paniculatum Wall. ex C.B.Clarke [illegitimate]
  • Aneilema semiteres Dalzell [unknown]
  • Commelina bulbosa B.Heyne ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Commelina nimmoniana J.Graham ex C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Dichoespermum paniculatum Hassk. ex C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Dichoespermum semiteres Hassk. [unknown]
  • Murdannia nimmoniana (J.Graham) Bole & M.R.Almeida [unknown]
  • Murdannia paniculata G.Brückn. [unknown]
  • Phaeneilema paniculatum G.Brückn. [unknown]
  • Murdannia nimmoniana (J.Graham) S.M.Almeida [unknown]
  • Commelina nimmoniana J.Graham [unknown]

Description

Murdannia semiteres (also called Red Mud-daisy, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant native to tropical regions of Asia. It has small, red flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Murdannia semiteres is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used as a ground cover and to create a natural privacy screen or hedge, as it grows quickly and is easy to maintain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Murdannia semiteres has small white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Murdannia semiteres is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, fertile soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant prefers warm temperatures and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Murdannia semiteres

Murdannia semiteres is native to tropical regions of India and Southeast Asia. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers.

Murdannia semiteres FAQ

What is the scientific name of Murdannia semiteres?

Murdannia semiteres

What is the common name of Murdannia semiteres?

Semiteres Dayflower

How often should I water Murdannia semiteres?

Water Murdannia semiteres when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch

Species in the Murdannia genus

Murdannia acutifolia, Murdannia allardii, Murdannia audreyae, Murdannia axillaris, Murdannia blumei, Murdannia citrina, Murdannia clandestina, Murdannia clarkeana, Murdannia crocea, Murdannia cryptantha, Murdannia dimorpha, Murdannia dimorphoides, Murdannia divergens, Murdannia edulis, Murdannia esculenta, Murdannia fadeniana, Murdannia fasciata, Murdannia gardneri, Murdannia gigantea, Murdannia glauca, Murdannia graminea, Murdannia hookeri, Murdannia japonica, Murdannia juncoides, Murdannia kainantensis, Murdannia keisak, Murdannia lanceolata, Murdannia lanuginosa, Murdannia loriformis, Murdannia macrocarpa, Murdannia medica, Murdannia nudiflora, Murdannia paraguayensis, Murdannia pauciflora, Murdannia schomburgkiana, Murdannia semifoliata, Murdannia semiteres, Murdannia simplex, Murdannia spectabilis, Murdannia spirata, Murdannia stenothyrsa, Murdannia striatipetala, Murdannia stricta, Murdannia tenuissima, Murdannia triquetra, Murdannia undulata, Murdannia vaginata, Murdannia versicolor, Murdannia yunnanensis, Murdannia zeylanica,

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

Nicol Alexander Dalzell (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalzell' in the authors string.
Hermenegild Santapau (1903-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Santapau' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:172881-1: Based on the initial data import