Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Perkins
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 30: 264. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000032557
Description
Hydrocotyle perplexa (also called 'Perplexing Hydrocotyle', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to South America. It grows in moist, sandy soils, and is often found in open areas such as roadsides and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Hydrocotyle perplexa is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hydrocotyle perplexa has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hydrocotyle perplexa can be propagated by seed or vegetative cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. For vegetative cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Hydrocotyle perplexa
Hydrocotyle perplexa is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Amazonas, Pará, and Rondônia.
Hydrocotyle perplexa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle perplexa?
Hydrocotyle perplexa
What is the common name of Hydrocotyle perplexa?
Perplexing pennywort
What is the habitat of Hydrocotyle perplexa?
It is found in wetlands, marshes, and swamps
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,