Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
sibthorpioides
ID:
727250

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 3: 153 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726583

Common Names

  • Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides
  • Sibthorp's Marsh Pennywort
  • Sibthorp's Pennywort

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Description

Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides (also called Sibthorp's 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 sibthorpioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides var. tuberifera (Ohwi) T.Yamaz.
Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides var. sibthorpioides
Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides var. batrachium (Hance) Hand.-Mazz. ex R.H.Shan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides 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 sibthorpioides 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 sibthorpioides

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

Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides?

Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides

What is the common name of Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides?

Sibthorp's Marshpennywort

What is the natural habitat of Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides?

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,

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