Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Mend. & A.Fuentes
Source:
tro
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Novon 20: 303 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281223
Common Names
- Hydrocotyle apolobambensis
- Apolobambensis Hydrocotyle
- Apolobambensis Apiaceae
Description
Hydrocotyle apolobambensis (also called Apolo Hydrocotyle, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to South America. It has a creeping habit, with stems growing up to 30 cm long and bearing ovate leaves up to 2 cm long. It is found in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Hydrocotyle apolobambensis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hydrocotyle apolobambensis is a yellow four-petaled bloom with a long, slender stem. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hydrocotyle apolobambensis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy and clay soils. It is tolerant of salt and can be grown in coastal areas. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil. They should be kept moist until they are established.
Where to Find Hydrocotyle apolobambensis
Hydrocotyle apolobambensis is native to South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Hydrocotyle apolobambensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle apolobambensis?
Hydrocotyle apolobambensis
What is the common name of Hydrocotyle apolobambensis?
Apolobambensis Hydrocotyle
What is the family of Hydrocotyle apolobambensis?
Araliaceae
Species in the Hydrocotyle genus
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia,
Aralia apioides,
Aralia armata,
Aralia atropurpurea,
Aralia bicrenata,
Aralia bipinnata,
Aralia cachemirica,
Aralia caesia,
Aralia californica,
Aralia castanopsisicola,
Aralia chinensis,
Aralia continentalis,
Aralia cordata,
Aralia dasyphylla,
Aralia dasyphylloides,
Aralia debilis,
Aralia decaisneana,
Aralia delavayi,
Aralia echinocaulis,
Aralia elata,
Aralia excelsa,
Aralia fargesii,
Aralia ferox,
Aralia finlaysoniana,
Aralia foliolosa,
Aralia frodiniana,
Aralia gigantea,
Aralia gintungensis,
Aralia glabra,
Aralia glabrifoliolata,
Aralia henryi,
Aralia hispida,
Aralia humilis,
Aralia kansuensis,
Aralia kingdon-wardii,
Aralia leschenaultii,
Aralia malabarica,
Aralia melanocarpa,
Aralia merrillii,
Aralia mexicana,
Aralia montana,
Aralia nudicaulis,
Aralia parasitica,
Aralia plumosa,
Aralia racemosa,
Aralia regeliana,
Aralia rex,
Aralia scaberula,
Aralia scopulorum,
Aralia searelliana,