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Commelina virginica Virginia day-flower (1 Page of 5) The Commelina virginica plant species is found in Southern N. America. Naturalized in Europe in S. Italy[50]. It is a member of the Commelinaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Virginia day-flower. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Commelina virginica Common Name: Virginia day-flower Family: Commelinaceae Author: L. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 1.2 Mature Width: Habitat: Rich woods, thickets and clearings[43].
Edible Uses: Tubers - cooked. Rich in starch, but with a fairly bland flavour.
Edible leaves[105].
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