Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Cunn.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Ann. Nat. Hist. 2: 211 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726500
Common Names
- Small-Leaf Marsh Pennywort
- Marsh Pennywort
- Water Pennywort
Description
Hydrocotyle microphylla (also called Small-leaved 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 microphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hydrocotyle microphylla 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 microphylla 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 microphylla
Hydrocotyle microphylla can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Hydrocotyle microphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle microphylla?
Hydrocotyle microphylla
What is the common name of Hydrocotyle microphylla?
Small-leaved Marshpennywort
What is the natural habitat of Hydrocotyle microphylla?
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,