Status:
valid
Authors:
Craib
Source:
cmp
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1911: 58 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726582
Common Names
- Hydrocotyle siamica
- Siamese Marsh Pennywort
- Siamese Pennywort
Description
Hydrocotyle siamica (also called Siamese 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 siamica 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 siamica 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, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hydrocotyle siamica 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 siamica
Hydrocotyle siamica can be found in shallow water bodies such as ponds, lakes, and streams in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Hydrocotyle siamica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle siamica?
Hydrocotyle siamica
What is the common name of Hydrocotyle siamica?
Siamese Marshpennywort
What is the natural habitat of Hydrocotyle siamica?
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,