Day Flower
Commelina communisfam. Commelinaceae
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Pl. D35F — Commelina communis
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Overview
Day Flower, scientifically known as Commelina communis, is a perennial plant native to regions including Altay, Amur, Buryatiya, Cambodia, and Central European Russia. It thrives in various habitats such as China North-Central, South-Central, Southeast, and Taiwan, among others. This plant prefers full sun or partial shade, can tolerate both dry and moist conditions, and grows well in light (sandy) to medium soil types. With a hardiness range of 6-9, it is adaptable to different climates. Day Flower is known for its edible parts, which include flowers, leaves, and shoots, making it a valuable addition to gardens or landscapes where it can reach up to 0.8 meters in height.
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What is Day Flower?
Day Flower, scientifically known as Commelina communis, is a perennial plant native to regions including Altay, Amur, Buryatiya, Cambodia, and Central European Russia. It thrives in various habitats such as China North-Central, South-Central, Southeast, and Taiwan, among others.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Day Flower thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist to dry conditions with well-draining soil that is light (sandy) or medium. It is hardy in zones 6-9 and can grow up to 0.8 meters tall. For propagation, use seeds or division of established plants. Edible parts include the flowers, leaves, and shoots, making it a versatile addition to your garden.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Dry, Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium
Hardiness
6-9
Life cycle
Perennial
Mature size
0.8 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Day Flower for the first time
8steps
Start with easy care and light requirements for Day Flower.
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What you'll need
Seeds or young plants, a small trowel, watering can.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost, or in early fall.
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Soil and container prep
Choose well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0-7.5 for containers or garden beds.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds 1 cm deep, or transplant young plants into the prepared soil.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Provide partial shade if full sun is too intense.
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Ongoing care
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, and ensure it gets at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune dead leaves to maintain a neat appearance. Harvest flowers for decorative purposes.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in heavy soil, not providing enough light.
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Edible & utility
Edible parts:FlowersLeavesShoots
Edible uses: The Day Flower is edible and can be eaten in various forms. Its leaves, shoots, and flowers are commonly consumed fresh or used in cooked dishes. The plant thrives in partial sun to full sun and a variety of soil conditions, making it adaptable for cultivation.
Other uses:Dye
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
30 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
30 native · 0 introducedDistribution across2 continents· 30 native
Europe2 regions
native (2)RussiaUkraine
Asia9 regions
native (9)CambodiaChinaJapanLaosMyanmarSouth KoreaTaiwanThailandVietnam
Broader regions
native:Altay, Amur, Chita, Hainan, Irkutsk, Kamchatka, Khabarovsk, Kuril Is., Nansei-shoto, Primorye, Sakhalin, Transcaucasus, Buryatiya
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