Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
scutellifera
ID:
727245

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 343 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726578

Common Names

  • Hydrocotyle scutellifera
  • Shield-bearing Marsh Pennywort
  • Shield-bearing Pennywort

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Description

Hydrocotyle scutellifera (also called Shield-bearing marsh pennywort, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to tropical regions of the world. It is a creeping plant with small, round leaves and can be found in shallow water or on damp ground. It is found in the wetlands of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Uses & Benefits

Hydrocotyle scutellifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hydrocotyle scutellifera 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 scutellifera can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in full sun or light shade.

Where to Find Hydrocotyle scutellifera

Hydrocotyle scutellifera can be found in shallow water bodies such as ponds, lakes, and streams in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Hydrocotyle scutellifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle scutellifera?

Hydrocotyle scutellifera

What is the common name of Hydrocotyle scutellifera?

Shield-bearing Marshpennywort

What is the natural habitat of Hydrocotyle scutellifera?

It is found in moist areas, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows

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,