Murdannia simplex
Murdannia simplex (Vahl) Brenan
Murdannia simplex (Vahl) Brenan is a species in the family Commelinaceae, commonly known as the spiderwort family. It was first described in 1952 and is native to a wide range of regions, including parts of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. The species is found in countries such as Angola, Assam, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, and many others across tropical and subtropical zones.
Description
Murdannia simplex is a herbaceous plant belonging to the genus Murdannia. It is distributed across several continents, with notable occurrences in Central and West Africa, South and Southeast Asia, and parts of the Americas. The species is known for its adaptability to various habitats and is commonly found in moist environments. Its wide distribution reflects its ecological versatility and the ease with which it can establish in different regions. The plant is part of the Commelinaceae family, which includes other well-known genera such as Commelina and Tradescantia. Murdannia simplex is a significant component of the flora in many tropical regions and is recognized for its contribution to local biodiversity.
Distribution
MG · TW · Global · Angola · Assam · Benin · Burkina · Burundi · Cambodia · Cameroon · Caprivi Strip · Central African Repu · Chad · China South-Central · China Southeast · Congo · East Himalaya · Equatorial Guinea · Ethiopia · Gabon · Ghana · Guinea-Bissau · Guinea · Hainan · India · Ivory Coast · Kenya · KwaZulu-Natal · Laos · Madagascar
Synonyms
Aneilema cavalerieiAneilema longifoliumAneilema rigidumAneilema secundumAneilema simplexAneilema sinicumAneilema sinicum var. simplexCommelina hookeriCommelina longifoliaCommelina simplexCommelina sinicaMurdannia sinicaMurdannia stictospermaPhaeneilema rigidumPhaeneilema sinicumAneilema simplex