Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 341 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726536
Common Names
- Hydrocotyle Pedicellosa
- Pedicellosa Hydrocotyle
- Pedicellosa Hoya
Description
Hydrocotyle pedicellosa (also called Stalked marshpennywort, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant with a creeping, rooting stem and round, kidney-shaped leaves. It is native to North America and typically grows in shallow water or wet soil.
Uses & Benefits
Hydrocotyle pedicellosa 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 flowers of Hydrocotyle pedicellosa are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hydrocotyle pedicellosa 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 pedicellosa
Hydrocotyle pedicellosa is native to tropical Africa and Asia.
Hydrocotyle pedicellosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle pedicellosa?
Hydrocotyle pedicellosa
What are the common names of Hydrocotyle pedicellosa?
Stalked pennywort
What is the growth rate of Hydrocotyle pedicellosa?
Fast
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,