Details of genus: Weldenia [2743]
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Family: Commelinaceae
family_ja: ツユクサ
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description_en: Genus of one species of tuberous perennial occurring in the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala. W. candida is grown for its rosettes of large, simple leaves and its stalkless cymes of cup-shaped white flowers. Grow in a raised bed; in regions with cool, damp winters, it is best grown in an alpine house.
hardiness_en: Frost hardy.
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propagation_en: Sow seed as soon as ripe in containers in a cold frame. Divide in spring. Take root cuttings in winter.
pests_en: Aphids and whiteflies may be a problem under glass.
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Update Information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:42
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| System | Accepted? | Scientific name | Japanese name | Infra-familial classification | # species | |
| APG4 | Commelinaceae | ツユクサ科 | Show | |||
| PB2 | Commelinaceae | ツユクサ科 | Show | |||
| PB3 | Commelinaceae | ツユクサ科 | Show |