Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
bonariensis
ID:
727012

Status:
valid

Authors:
Comm. ex Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 3: 153 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726345

Common Names

  • Hydrocotyle bonariensis
  • Bonari Marshpennywort
  • Bonari Pennywort

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Synonyms

  • Hydrocotyle multiflora Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle pelviformis Gand. [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle umbellata bonariensis (Comm. ex Lam.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle verticillata bonariensis (Comm. ex Lam.) Urb. [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle tribotrys Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle verticillata triradiata (A.Rich.) Fernald [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle petiolaris DC. [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle yucatanensis Millsp. [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle bonariensis tribotrys (Ruiz & Pav.) DC. [valid]
  • Hydrocotyle bonariensis multiflora (Lam.) Don [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle polystachya quinqueradiata Thouars ex A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle polystachya triradiata A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle bonariensis texana J.M.Coult. & Rose [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle bonariensis multiflora (Ruiz & Pav.) G.Don [unknown]
  • Hydrocotyle umbellata bonariensis (Comm. ex Lam.) Drude [unknown]

Description

Hydrocotyle bonariensis (also called Argentine marshpennywort, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant with a creeping, rooting stem and round, kidney-shaped leaves. It is native to South America and typically grows in shallow water or wet soil.

Uses & Benefits

Hydrocotyle bonariensis is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and water gardens, and is also used as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, fever, and urinary tract infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydrocotyle bonariensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened nut with a hard, glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydrocotyle bonariensis can be propagated through seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Hydrocotyle bonariensis

Hydrocotyle bonariensis can be found in shallow water bodies such as ponds, lakes, and streams in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Hydrocotyle bonariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle bonariensis?

Hydrocotyle bonariensis

What is the common name of Hydrocotyle bonariensis?

Bonariensis Marshpennywort

What is the natural habitat of Hydrocotyle bonariensis?

Wetlands and marshes

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2855944: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Philibert Commerson (1727-1773): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Comm.' in the authors string.