Commelina coelestis
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Commelina coelestis, commonly known as the dayflower, is a species of herb belonging to the genus Commelina. This genus, part of the larger Commelinales order, includes about 100 species, with a few being of horticultural interest. Commelina coelestis is often cultivated as a ground cover due to its sprawling growth habit and small blue flowers. These plants are known to spread easily via cuttings, seeds, and the rooting of their stems. As the common name suggests, the flowers of the dayflower are short-lived.12
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