Commelina
Commelina tuberosa
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Basic Information
Family: Commelinaceae
Genus: commelina
Plant ID (slug): commelina-tuberosa
Numeric ID: 23630
USDA Hardiness: 7-10
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Commelina tuberosa is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from July to September, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
Southern N. America - Mexico.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Tubers - cooked. Rich in starch[105, 177], but with a fairly bland flavour.
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Commelina tuberosa Commelina