How to Care for Commelina communis (Asiatic Dayflower)

Korean name: 닭의장풀(달개비)

A wildflower that blooms blue flowers in summer, with oval leaves and short flower stalks on the stem. It spreads widely and is easy to care for. Commonly found along roadsides and fields in its native habitat.

Key facts

• Category: Wildflower & native plant
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: outdoors
• Native to: East Asia (Korea, China, Japan)
• Growth rate: Fast
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: summer flower, wildflower, native plant, blue flower, easy to grow
• Also known as: Asiatic Dayflower, Common Dayflower

Care Guide

• Light: Thrives in partial shade.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil dries.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil.
• Humidity: Average humidity is sufficient.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Commelina communis?

Water thoroughly when the soil dries. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Commelina communis?

It likes Thrives in partial shade.. You can grow it outdoors. Use Prefers well-drained soil..

Is Commelina communis safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Commelina communis good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Average humidity is sufficient.. Fertilise Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..