Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
soconuscana
ID:
590341

Status:
valid

Authors:
Matuda

Source:
wcs

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. México 26: 73 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589673



Common Names

  • Soconuscana Tradescantia
  • Tradescantia soconuscana
  • Soconuscana Tradescantia


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Synonyms

  • Campelia standleyi Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Zebrina pendula villosa C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Tradescantia soconuscana (also called Soconusco spiderwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It typically grows to a height of 0.5–1 m (1.6–3.3 ft) and has long, slender, pointed leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas, along roadsides, and in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tradescantia soconuscana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of fuelwood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tradescantia soconuscana is purple and star-shaped, with three petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tradescantia soconuscana is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Tradescantia soconuscana

Tradescantia soconuscana is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It is found in moist, shady areas of tropical forests.

Tradescantia soconuscana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tradescantia soconuscana?

Tradescantia soconuscana

What is the common name of Tradescantia soconuscana?

Soconuscana Spiderwort

What is the natural habitat of Tradescantia soconuscana?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-270450: Based on the initial data import
Eizi Matuda (1894-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matuda' in the authors string.