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Dayflower
Commelina communis
In the United States:
Naturalized
· also called Asiatic dayflower, common dayflower
Bees visit the short-lived blue flowers for minor nectar and pollen rewards. The plant produces blooms over several weeks in summer and early fall in moist, disturbed habitats. Individual flowers open for only a single day.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | July–September |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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