Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
hydrophila
ID:
727124

Status:
valid

Authors:
Petrie

Source:
cmp

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 29: 425 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726457

Common Names

  • Water Marsh Pennywort
  • Marsh Pennywort
  • Water Pennywort

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Synonyms

  • Hydrocotyle tripartita hydrophila (Petrie) Cheeseman [unknown]

Description

Hydrocotyle hydrophila (also called Water Loving 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 hydrophila 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 hydrophila 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 hydrophila is a tropical plant that is native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Divide the plant into several sections and replant in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Hydrocotyle hydrophila

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

Hydrocotyle hydrophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle hydrophila?

Hydrocotyle hydrophila

What type of plant is Hydrocotyle hydrophila?

Aquatic herb

Where is Hydrocotyle hydrophila found?

India

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