Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
pilifera
ID:
727211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 22(II): 26 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726544

Common Names

  • Hydrocotyle Pilifera
  • Pilifera Hydrocotyle
  • Pilifera Hoya

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Synonyms

  • Hydrocotyle pilifera glabrata Benth. [unknown]

Description

Hydrocotyle pilifera (also called Hairy 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 pilifera 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 pilifera 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydrocotyle pilifera 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 pilifera

Hydrocotyle pilifera is native to tropical Africa and Asia.

Hydrocotyle pilifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle pilifera?

Hydrocotyle pilifera

What are the common names of Hydrocotyle pilifera?

Hairy pennywort

What is the growth rate of Hydrocotyle pilifera?

Moderate

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,