Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
gigantea
ID:
474173

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) G.Brückn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 15a: 173 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473505

Common Names

  • Murdannia Gigantea
  • Gigantea Murdannia
  • Gigantea Friendship Plant

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Synonyms

  • Aneilema ensifolium Wight [unknown]
  • Aneilema giganteum R.Br. [unknown]
  • Aneilema nudiflorum F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Commelina gigantea Vahl [unknown]
  • Commelina hookeriana Spreng. [unknown]
  • Phaeneilema giganteum G.Brückn. [unknown]
  • Prionostachys ensifolia Hassk. ex C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Aneilema giganteum gracilis Benth. [unknown]

Description

Murdannia gigantea (also called Giant Murdannia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves that are dark green in color and have a silvery sheen. It is native to tropical regions of South and Central America and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Murdannia gigantea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Murdannia gigantea has small white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Murdannia gigantea is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers a moist, well-draining soil and bright, indirect light. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower in low light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Murdannia gigantea

Murdannia gigantea is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and South America.

Murdannia gigantea FAQ

What is the growth rate of Murdannia gigantea?

Murdannia gigantea is a slow-growing plant, with new leaves appearing every few months.

What kind of soil does Murdannia gigantea prefer?

Murdannia gigantea prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Murdannia gigantea need?

Murdannia gigantea prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Murdannia genus

Murdannia acutifolia, Murdannia allardii, Murdannia audreyae, Murdannia axillaris, Murdannia blumei, Murdannia citrina, Murdannia clandestina, Murdannia clarkeana, Murdannia crocea, Murdannia cryptantha, Murdannia dimorpha, Murdannia dimorphoides, Murdannia divergens, Murdannia edulis, Murdannia esculenta, Murdannia fadeniana, Murdannia fasciata, Murdannia gardneri, Murdannia gigantea, Murdannia glauca, Murdannia graminea, Murdannia hookeri, Murdannia japonica, Murdannia juncoides, Murdannia kainantensis, Murdannia keisak, Murdannia lanceolata, Murdannia lanuginosa, Murdannia loriformis, Murdannia macrocarpa, Murdannia medica, Murdannia nudiflora, Murdannia paraguayensis, Murdannia pauciflora, Murdannia schomburgkiana, Murdannia semifoliata, Murdannia semiteres, Murdannia simplex, Murdannia spectabilis, Murdannia spirata, Murdannia stenothyrsa, Murdannia striatipetala, Murdannia stricta, Murdannia tenuissima, Murdannia triquetra, Murdannia undulata, Murdannia vaginata, Murdannia versicolor, Murdannia yunnanensis, Murdannia zeylanica,

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-254684: Based on the initial data import
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Gerhard Brückner (1902-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Brückn.' in the authors string.