Ravikumar N Dodiya’s Post

View profile for Ravikumar N Dodiya, graphic

B.Sc Agriculture(JAU)

Commelina benghalensis L. (Bokna weed) Family: Commelinaceae Common names: Benghal dayflower, tropical spiderwort, Benghal wandering Jew =Commelina benghalensis is a spreading annual herb =bearing subterranean runners with self-pollinating =Commelina benghalesis produces very attractive small flowers with deep ink-blue petals = It is found throughout the warm-temperate =170 species occurring in the warmer countries of the world =The major pollinators of this plant are insects, mainly ants =Commelina benghalensis is used for medical purposes (reduce high blood pressure)

  • No alternative text description for this image

To view or add a comment, sign in

Explore topics