Commelinaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Large widely distributed family of chiefly perennial herbs or climbers: spiderworts.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Commelinaceae family comprises about 650 species of flowering plants commonly known as spiderworts and dayflowers.
- Commelinaceae are known for their three-petaled flowers and fleshy stems that grow from a short rhizome or tuber.
- In tropical regions, Commelinaceae are abundant in the wild, with species like Tradescantia fluminensis growing along roadsides and streams.
- Many Commelinaceae species are cultivated as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive flowers and low-maintenance requirements.
- Some species of Commelinaceae, such as the wandering Jew, have become invasive in certain regions due to their ability to outcompete native vegetation.