Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
stenothyrsa
ID:
474405

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Symb. Sin. 7: 1244 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473737

Common Names

  • Stenothyrsa Murdannia
  • Stenothyrsa Arrowhead
  • Stenothyrsa Dayflower

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Synonyms

  • Aneilema stenothyrsum Diels [unknown]

Description

Murdannia stenothyrsa (also called Narrow-Lipped Spiderwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Commelinaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It typically grows in moist forests, along streams, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Murdannia stenothyrsa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Murdannia stenothyrsa 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 stenothyrsa 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 stenothyrsa

Murdannia stenothyrsa can be found in India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, and China.

Murdannia stenothyrsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Murdannia stenothyrsa?

Murdannia stenothyrsa

What is the common name of Murdannia stenothyrsa?

Narrow-Fruited Dayflower

How often should I water Murdannia stenothyrsa?

Water Murdannia stenothyrsa 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-254721: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.