Long leaved dayflower
Commelina undulata

Family: Commelinaceae

What it is like

A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. The stems can be erect or curving upwards. It is 60 cm long. The leaves to not have leaf stalks. The leaves are 6-9 cm long by 1-3 cm wide.

There are about 230 Commelina species.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in humid mountain slopes.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Australia, China, India, Indochina, Indonesia, Laos, Pacific, Philippines, SE Asia, Taiwan

How it is used for food

Edible parts

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Commelina kurzii C. B. Clarke; Commelina striata Edgew.;