Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
hirsuticaulis
ID:
589834

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 24: 233 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589166



Common Names

  • Tradescantia hirsuticaulis
  • Hairy-Stemmed Spiderwort
  • Hirsuticaulis Spiderwort


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Description

Tradescantia hirsuticaulis (also called Hairy-stemmed Spiderwort, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has long, thin, fleshy leaves and produces small, three-petaled flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas, and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Tradescantia hirsuticaulis is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive purple flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tradescantia hirsuticaulis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, bright green, and have two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tradescantia hirsuticaulis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and at a temperature of around 25°C.

Where to Find Tradescantia hirsuticaulis

Tradescantia hirsuticaulis is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in open forests, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Tradescantia hirsuticaulis FAQ

What is the common name of Tradescantia hirsuticaulis?

Hirsuticaulis Spiderwort

What is the scientific name of Hirsuticaulis Spiderwort?

Tradescantia hirsuticaulis

What is the natural habitat of Tradescantia hirsuticaulis?

Dry open forests, scrub jungles, and wastelands

Species in the Tradescantia genus

Tradescantia ambigua, Tradescantia andrieuxii, Tradescantia boliviana, Tradescantia bracteata, Tradescantia brevifolia, Tradescantia buckleyi, Tradescantia burchii, Tradescantia cerinthoides, Tradescantia cirrifera, Tradescantia commelinoides, Tradescantia crassifolia, Tradescantia crassula, Tradescantia cymbispatha, Tradescantia decora, Tradescantia deficiens, Tradescantia edwardsiana, Tradescantia ernestiana, Tradescantia exaltata, Tradescantia fluminensis, Tradescantia gigantea, Tradescantia gracillima, Tradescantia grantii, Tradescantia guiengolensis, Tradescantia gypsophila, Tradescantia hirsuticaulis, Tradescantia hirsutiflora, Tradescantia hirta, Tradescantia huehueteca, Tradescantia humilis, Tradescantia leiandra, Tradescantia llamasii, Tradescantia longipes, Tradescantia masonii, Tradescantia maysillesii, Tradescantia mcvaughii, Tradescantia mirandae, Tradescantia monosperma, Tradescantia mundula, Tradescantia nuevoleonensis, Tradescantia occidentalis, Tradescantia ohiensis, Tradescantia orchidophylla, Tradescantia ozarkana, Tradescantia pallida, Tradescantia pedicellata, Tradescantia peninsularis, Tradescantia petiolaris, Tradescantia petricola, Tradescantia pinetorum, Tradescantia plusiantha,

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,

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