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Asiatic Dayflower

Asiatic Dayflower

Commelina communis

herbaceous
EdibleErosion controlFast-growing

A fast-growing herbaceous perennial with blue and white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It adapts well to moist, partially shaded sites and spreads readily in suitable conditions.

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Ohio Spiderwort

Ohio Spiderwort

Tradescantia ohiensis

herbaceous
EdiblePollinators & beneficial insects

Ohio spiderwort is a native wildflower with three-petaled blue or purple flowers that open in the morning and fade by afternoon. It forms clumps of narrow, grass-like foliage and blooms over several weeks in late spring and early summer.

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Purple Heart

Purple Heart

Tradescantia pallida

herbaceous
Pollinators & beneficial insectsEvergreenFast-growing

A tropical perennial prized for its deep purple foliage that intensifies in full sun. Produces small pink or purple flowers but is grown primarily for its striking colored leaves.

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Small-leaf Spiderwort

Small-leaf Spiderwort

Tradescantia fluminensis

groundcover
EvergreenFast-growing

A fast-growing, trailing houseplant with small, variegated or solid green leaves that spreads readily across surfaces. Produces delicate white and purple flowers in spring and thrives in bright, indirect light with moderate watering.

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Whitemouth Dayflower

Whitemouth Dayflower

Commelina erecta

herbaceous
Pollinators & beneficial insectsErosion control

A native wildflower with delicate blue and white flowers that bloom in summer and fall. It tolerates drought once established and is useful for naturalized areas and pollinator gardens.

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