Hydrocotyle itatiaiensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
itatiaiensis
ID:
727133
Status:
valid
Authors:
Brade
Source:
ksu
Year:
1946
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia ix. No. 20, 44 (1946).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726466
Common Names
- Itatiaia Marsh Pennywort
- Marsh Pennywort
- Water Pennywort
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Hydrocotyle itatiaiensis (also called Itatiaia 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 itatiaiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hydrocotyle itatiaiensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hydrocotyle itatiaiensis 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 itatiaiensis
Hydrocotyle itatiaiensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Hydrocotyle itatiaiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle itatiaiensis?
Hydrocotyle itatiaiensis
What type of plant is Hydrocotyle itatiaiensis?
Aquatic herb
Where is Hydrocotyle itatiaiensis found?
Brazil
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-2856130: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Curt Brade (1881-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brade' in the authors string.