Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
dimorpha
ID:
474079

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Brückn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 15a: 173 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473411



Common Names

  • Dimorphic Dayflower
  • Dimorphic Murdannia
  • Purple Dayflower


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Synonyms

  • Aneilema dimorphum Dalzell [unknown]
  • Aneilema paniculatum Wight [unknown]
  • Phaeneilema dimorphum G.Brückn. [unknown]

Description

Murdannia dimorpha (also called False Pilea, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to India and Sri Lanka. It has small, ovate leaves with a pointed tip and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Murdannia dimorpha is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used as a ground cover and in hanging baskets. The plant is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Murdannia dimorpha has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Murdannia dimorpha is a low-maintenance, easy-to-grow houseplant. It thrives in bright, indirect sunlight and prefers a well-draining soil. Propagate Murdannia dimorpha by division or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Murdannia dimorpha

Murdannia dimorpha is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India and Indonesia.

Murdannia dimorpha FAQ

What is the common name of Murdannia dimorpha?

Two-petalled Murdannia

What is the natural habitat of Murdannia dimorpha?

Tropical rainforests

What is the scientific name of Murdannia dimorpha?

Murdannia dimorpha

Species in the Murdannia genus

Murdannia acutifolia, Murdannia allardii, Murdannia audreyae, Murdannia axillaris, Murdannia blumei, Murdannia citrina, Murdannia clandestina, Murdannia clarkeana, Murdannia crocea, Murdannia cryptantha, Murdannia dimorpha, Murdannia dimorphoides, Murdannia divergens, Murdannia edulis, Murdannia esculenta, Murdannia fadeniana, Murdannia fasciata, Murdannia gardneri, Murdannia gigantea, Murdannia glauca, Murdannia graminea, Murdannia hookeri, Murdannia japonica, Murdannia juncoides, Murdannia kainantensis, Murdannia keisak, Murdannia lanceolata, Murdannia lanuginosa, Murdannia loriformis, Murdannia macrocarpa, Murdannia medica, Murdannia nudiflora, Murdannia paraguayensis, Murdannia pauciflora, Murdannia schomburgkiana, Murdannia semifoliata, Murdannia semiteres, Murdannia simplex, Murdannia spectabilis, Murdannia spirata, Murdannia stenothyrsa, Murdannia striatipetala, Murdannia stricta, Murdannia tenuissima, Murdannia triquetra, Murdannia undulata, Murdannia vaginata, Murdannia versicolor, Murdannia yunnanensis, Murdannia zeylanica,

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-254672: Based on the initial data import
Gerhard Brückner (1902-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Brückn.' in the authors string.