About Swamp Dayflower
Swamp Dayflower (Commelina paludosa) is a herb belonging to the Commelinaceae family (Spiderwort Family). It is typically found in evergreen forests. It occurs across Himalayas, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Malay Isalands, South China, Taiwan, Tibet. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during August-December.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Commelina paludosa
- Genus
- Commelina
- Family
- COMMELINACEAE
- Habit
- Herb
- Habitat
- Evergreen forests
- Distribution
- Himalayas, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Malay Isalands, South China, Taiwan, Tibet
- Flowering & fruiting
- August-December
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Local Names
- Hindi
- Kanjuna, Chhura, Churra
- Bengali
- Jatakanchura
- Kannada
- Kanjura
- Marathi
- Keni
Botanical family
Commelinaceae
Spiderwort Family
Swamp Dayflower belongs to the Commelinaceae family.
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