dayflower

[ dey-flou-er ]

noun

1. any plant of the genus Commelina, usually bearing clusters of small, blue flowers that bloom for only one day.

dayflower

/ ˈdeɪˌflaʊə /

noun

1. any of various tropical and subtropical plants of the genus Commelina, having jointed creeping stems, narrow pointed leaves, and blue or purplish flowers which wilt quickly: family Commelinaceae

Word History and Origins

Origin of dayflower¹

First recorded in 1680–90; day + flower

Example Sentences

A close look at a dayflower reveals a sophisticated pollination device.

From New York Times

Like its relative the dayflower, the spiderwort opens for part of a day only.

From Project Gutenberg

But there is no trick to the Asiatic dayflower’s hue.

From New York Times

By definition, Asiatic dayflower is invasive, which somehow seems unfair.

From New York Times