Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
axilliflorum
ID:
1065866

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
tro

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 21: 340 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001065204

Common Names

  • Myriophyllum
  • Axilliflorum
  • Axilliflorum Myriophyllum

Searching for Myriophyllum axilliflorum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Myriophyllum axilliflorum (also called 'Axillary-flowered Myriophyllum', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, and is often found near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Myriophyllum axilliflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover in coastal areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myriophyllum axilliflorum is a deep pink colour and has a trumpet-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

Searching for Myriophyllum axilliflorum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Myriophyllum axilliflorum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a rooting hormone before being placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Myriophyllum axilliflorum

Myriophyllum axilliflorum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Species in the Myriophyllum genus

Myriophyllum indicum, Myriophyllum limnophilum, Myriophyllum intermedium, Myriophyllum lapidicola, Myriophyllum lophatum, Myriophyllum latifolium, Myriophyllum petraeum, Myriophyllum pinnatum, Myriophyllum pygmaeum, Myriophyllum quitense, Myriophyllum robustum, Myriophyllum mattogrossense, Myriophyllum muricatum, Myriophyllum pedunculatum, Myriophyllum oliganthum, Myriophyllum papillosum, Myriophyllum muelleri, Myriophyllum alterniflorum, Myriophyllum alpinum, Myriophyllum amphibium, Myriophyllum aquaticum, Myriophyllum artesium, Myriophyllum integrifolium, Myriophyllum filiforme, Myriophyllum austropygmaeum, Myriophyllum gracile, Myriophyllum echinatum, Myriophyllum heterophyllum, Myriophyllum hippuroides, Myriophyllum humile, Myriophyllum implicatum, Myriophyllum glomeratum, Myriophyllum costatum, Myriophyllum bonii, Myriophyllum coronatum, Myriophyllum crispatum, Myriophyllum decussatum, Myriophyllum drummondii, Myriophyllum verticillatum, Myriophyllum trachycarpum, Myriophyllum triphyllum, Myriophyllum ussuriense, Myriophyllum verrucosum, Myriophyllum votschii, Myriophyllum spicatum, Myriophyllum siamense, Myriophyllum simulans, Myriophyllum sparsiflorum, Myriophyllum tillaeoides, Myriophyllum striatum,

Species in the Haloragaceae family

Glischrocaryon angustifolium, Glischrocaryon aureum, Glischrocaryon behrii, Glischrocaryon flavescens, Glischrocaryon roei, Glischrocaryon glandulosum, Glischrocaryon monospermum, Glischrocaryon gibsonii, Glischrocaryon racemosum, Glischrocaryon baeuerlenii, Glischrocaryon lucasii, Gonocarpus acanthocarpus, Gonocarpus aggregatus, Gonocarpus benthamii, Gonocarpus chinensis, Gonocarpus confertifolius, Gonocarpus cordiger, Gonocarpus diffusus, Gonocarpus effusus, Gonocarpus elatus, Gonocarpus ephemerus, Gonocarpus eremophilus, Gonocarpus ericifolius, Gonocarpus halconensis, Gonocarpus hirtus, Gonocarpus hispidus, Gonocarpus humilis, Gonocarpus implexus, Gonocarpus incanus, Gonocarpus intricatus, Gonocarpus leptothecus, Gonocarpus longifolius, Gonocarpus mezianus, Gonocarpus micranthus, Gonocarpus montanus, Gonocarpus nodulosus, Gonocarpus oreophilus, Gonocarpus paniculatus, Gonocarpus philippinensis, Gonocarpus pithyoides, Gonocarpus pusillus, Gonocarpus pycnostachyus, Gonocarpus rudis, Gonocarpus salsoloides, Gonocarpus sanguineus, Gonocarpus scordioides, Gonocarpus serpyllifolius, Gonocarpus simplex, Gonocarpus tetragynus, Gonocarpus teucrioides,

References