31/05/2026
Bangla Name: কানশিরা, কানাইবাঁশি, ঢোলপাতা
English Name: Tropical Spiderwort, Wandering Jew or Benghal Dayflower
Scientific Name: Commelina benghalensis
C. benghalensis is native to tropical Asia and Africa. In China it is used as a medicinal herb that is said to have diuretic, febrifugal and anti-inflammatory effects, while in Pakistan it is used to cure swellings of the skin, leprosy and as a laxative. In Asian country such as Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Nepal is also eaten by humans as a vegetable. ~ Wikipedia
Courtesy: Kaniz
Place: Dhaka, Bangladesh