Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 7: 194 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726495
Common Names
- Mann's Marsh Pennywort
- Marsh Pennywort
- Water Pennywort
Description
Hydrocotyle mannii (also called Mann's 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 mannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Hydrocotyle mannii var. acutiloba C.C.Towns.
Hydrocotyle mannii var. mannii
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hydrocotyle mannii has small white flowers that are arranged in umbels. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have small, rounded leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hydrocotyle mannii is an aquatic plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It requires moist soil and full sun or partial shade. It is best to plant the seeds in a shallow container of water and keep the water level consistent. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into small sections and replanted in the same container or a new container.
Where to Find Hydrocotyle mannii
Hydrocotyle mannii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Hydrocotyle mannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle mannii?
Hydrocotyle mannii
What is the common name of Hydrocotyle mannii?
Mann's Marshpennywort
What is the natural habitat of Hydrocotyle mannii?
It is found in marshes, wet ditches, and other shallow water bodies
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,