prairie spiderwort

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (พืช)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Commelinales (อันดับผักปลาบ)

Family

Commelinaceae

Genus

Tradescantia

Species

Tradescantia occidentalis (prairie spiderwort)

Names in Other Languages

French tradescantie de l'Ouest

Similar Species in Tradescantia

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Boatlily

Tradescantia spathacea

Not Evaluated

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Inchplant

Tradescantia zebrina

Not Evaluated

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Small-leaf spiderwort

Tradescantia fluminensis

Not Evaluated

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Spiderwort

Tradescantia virginiana

Not Evaluated

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purpleheart

Tradescantia pallida

Not Evaluated

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Succulent spiderwort

Tradescantia crassula

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of prairie spiderwort?

The scientific name of prairie spiderwort is Tradescantia occidentalis. It belongs to the genus Tradescantia.

What is the conservation status of prairie spiderwort?

prairie spiderwort (Tradescantia occidentalis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does prairie spiderwort belong to?

prairie spiderwort (Tradescantia occidentalis) belongs to the genus Tradescantia, which is part of the taxonomic family Commelinaceae.

Is prairie spiderwort endangered?

No, prairie spiderwort (Tradescantia occidentalis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does prairie spiderwort belong to?

prairie spiderwort (Tradescantia occidentalis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of prairie spiderwort?

The closest relatives of prairie spiderwort in the genus Tradescantia include Boatlily, Inchplant, Small-leaf spiderwort, Spiderwort, purpleheart.