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Spiderwort

spiderwort

(Science: botany) An American endogenous plant (tradescantia Virginica), with long linear leaves and ephemeral blue flowers. The name is sometimes extended to other species of the same genus.


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Pretty Blue FLower, what is it?

If i'm not mistaken, it's Asiatic Dayflower Commelina communis • Family: Spiderwort (Commelinaceae) • Habitat: roadsides, waste places • Height: 6-12 inches; reclining stems grow up to 3 feet long • Flower size: 1/2 inch wide • Flower color: bright blue • Flowering ...

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by opuntia
Wed Oct 12, 2005 11:19 am
 
Forum: Botany Discussion
Topic: Pretty Blue FLower, what is it?
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