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Jio (Commelina benghalensis)

Commelina benghalensis, also known as Benghal dayflower, is a fast-growing annual herb often considered a problematic weed.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but thrives in well-drained, fertile loam. Tolerates poor soils.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Tolerates various light conditions.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Reduce in cooler months.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but thrives in well-drained, fertile loam. Tolerates poor soils.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal growing range 18-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Creeper

Plant Place Type

Ground, Groundcover

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.1-0.3 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-3 cm

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Commelina canescens Vahl
Commelina cavaleriei H.Lév.
Commelina cucullata L.
Commelina delicatula Schltdl.
Commelina kilimandscharica K.Schum.
Commelina mollis Jacq.
Commelina nervosa Burm.f.
Commelina obscura K.Schum.
Commelina poligama Fern.-Vill.
Commelina procurrens Schltdl.
Commelina pyrrhoblepharis Hassk.
Commelina radiciflora R.Br. ex C.B.Clarke
Commelina rhizocarpa Afzel. ex C.B.Clarke
Commelina rufociliata C.B.Clarke
Commelina senegalensis Ten.
Commelina uncata C.B.Clarke
Commelina villosiuscula Sol. ex C.B.Clarke
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderCommelinales
  • familyCommelinaceae
  • genusCommelina
  • speciesCommelina benghalensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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