Commelinaceae

Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen

This document provides an overview of the Tradescantia spathacea, commonly known as the oyster plant or Moses in the Cradle. It describes the plant’s physical characteristics, including its green and purplish leaves and small white flowers. The document highlights the plant’s adaptability to various soil types and light conditions, its drought tolerance, and its suitability for use as a groundcover or in containers. Additionally, it notes the plant’s invasive potential and common pests and diseases that may affect it. The document also mentions propagation methods and the availability of different cultivars. Original publication date October 1999.

Heather Kalaman andChris Marble

Several native and non-native dayflower (Commelina) species can be found in Florida landscapes and production nurseries. Two of the most widely distributed species include the native whitemouth dayflower (Commelina erecta) and the non-native spreading dayflower (Commelina diffusa), which is thought to have been introduced to Florida from Asia. Both species are widely distributed and have been vouchered in nearly every county in Florida. This publication is written for home gardeners and other green industry professionals to aid in the proper identification of these two common dayflower species. General management information is included for both dayflower species.

Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Pratap Devkota, Pratap Devkota, Jason Ferrell, Michael Durham, andBrent Sellers

A UF/IFAS numbered Management. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Integrated Pest Management

Robert H. Stamps, Yuvraj Khamare, Chris Marble, andRobert H. Stamps

Benghal dayflower has many characteristics that make it a very troublesome weed in Florida landscapes, nurseries and other agricultural production areas. This 5-page article is written for green industry professionals and others to aid in the identification and management of benghal dayflower in and around ornamental plants. Major revision by Yuvraj Khamare, Chris Marble, and Robert Stamps, and published by the UF/IFAS Environmental Horticulture Department.

Yuvraj Khamare, Chris Marble, Nathan S. Boyd, andShawn Steed

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Management for Commercial audience(s). Published by Integrated Pest Management