Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
simplex
ID:
474379

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) Brenan

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 7: 186 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473711

Common Names

  • Simple Murdannia
  • Simple Arrowhead
  • Simple Dayflower

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Synonyms

  • Aneilema cavaleriei H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Aneilema longifolium Hook. [unknown]
  • Aneilema rigidum Blatt. [unknown]
  • Aneilema secundum Wight [unknown]
  • Aneilema simplex Kunth [unknown]
  • Aneilema sinicum Herb.Berol. ex C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Aneilema sinicum simplex (Vahl) C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Commelina hookeri A.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Commelina longifolia Spreng. [illegitimate]
  • Commelina simplex Vahl [unknown]
  • Commelina sinica Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Murdannia sinica G.Brückn. [unknown]
  • Murdannia stictosperma Brenan [unknown]
  • Phaeneilema rigidum (Blatt.) Raizada [unknown]
  • Phaeneilema sinicum G.Brückn. [unknown]
  • Aneilema simplex (Vahl) C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Murdannia simplex 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 simplex 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 simplex 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 simplex

Murdannia simplex is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be grown indoors or outdoors in a sunny spot.

Murdannia simplex FAQ

What is the scientific name of Murdannia simplex?

Murdannia simplex

What is the common name of Murdannia simplex?

Simple Dayflower

How often should I water Murdannia simplex?

Water Murdannia simplex 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-254715: Based on the initial data import
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
John Patrick Micklethwait Brenan (1917-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brenan' in the authors string.