Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
hederacea
ID:
727109

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mathias

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 2: 224 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726442

Common Names

  • Ivy-Leaf Marsh Pennywort
  • Marsh Pennywort
  • Water Pennywort

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Description

Hydrocotyle hederacea (also called Ivy-leaved Pennywort, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to South America. It has small, round leaves and grows in shallow water, often in marshes and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Hydrocotyle hederacea is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and as a ground cover in gardens. It is known to help reduce stress and anxiety, and can also help purify the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydrocotyle hederacea is small, white and has 5 petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydrocotyle hederacea is an aquatic plant, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in the spring or fall, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist, but not wet, and provide adequate light and humidity.

Where to Find Hydrocotyle hederacea

Hydrocotyle hederacea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Hydrocotyle hederacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle hederacea?

Hydrocotyle hederacea

What is the common name of Hydrocotyle hederacea?

Ivy-leaved pennywort

What type of plant is Hydrocotyle hederacea?

Herbaceous perennial

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,

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