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Day Flower, scientifically known as Commelina communis, is a perennial plant native to regions including Altay, Amur, Buryatiya, Cambodia, and Central European Russia. Day Flower (Latin: Commelina communis, family Commelinaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Day Flower is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Day Flower is a member of the Commelinaceae family native to ALT, AMU, BRY, CBD, RUC, and CHN. Day Flower thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist to dry conditions with well-draining soil that is light (sandy) or medium.
Day Flower grows best in USDA zone 6-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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