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Commelina tuberosa, commonly known as Commelina, is a perennial plant native to regions including Argentina Northwest, Bolivia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and various areas of Mexico. Commelina (Latin: Commelina tuberosa, family Commelinaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Commelina is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Commelina is a member of the Commelinaceae family native to AGW, BOL, ELS, GUA, HON, and MXC. Commelina thrives in full to partial sun and prefers well-draining soil that is light or medium in texture.
Commelina grows best in USDA zone 7-10, 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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