Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
chiangdaoensis
ID:
727037

Status:
valid

Authors:
Murata

Source:
ksu

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 25: 97 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726370

Common Names

  • Hydrocotyle chiangdaoensis
  • Chiangdao Pennywort
  • Chiangdao Hydrocotyle

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Description

Hydrocotyle chiangdaoensis (also called Chiang Mai Marshpennywort, among many other common names) is a creeping perennial herb with round, deeply lobed leaves. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and is found in wet, marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hydrocotyle chiangdaoensis 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 chiangdaoensis is yellow with a red center, and the seed is a small, round capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydrocotyle chiangdaoensis is a small, herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical areas of the world. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°C (50°F).

Where to Find Hydrocotyle chiangdaoensis

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

Hydrocotyle chiangdaoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle chiangdaoensis?

Hydrocotyle chiangdaoensis

What type of plant is Hydrocotyle chiangdaoensis?

Aquatic herb

Where is Hydrocotyle chiangdaoensis found?

Thailand

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