Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
verticillata
ID:
770033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Royle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Ill. Bot. Himal. Mts. : t. 376 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769366

Common Names

  • Hydrilla verticillata
  • Whorled Hydrilla
  • Whorled Waterweed

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Description

Hydrilla verticillata (also called Whorled Hydrilla, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to Asia and Australia. It has long, slender stems and small, white flowers, and grows in shallow, still water.

Uses & Benefits

Hydrilla verticillata is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and ponds. It is also used for medicinal purposes to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydrilla verticillata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydrilla verticillata can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Hydrilla verticillata

Hydrilla verticillata can be found in the shallow waters of Asia.

Hydrilla verticillata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrilla verticillata?

Hydrilla verticillata

What is the common name of Hydrilla verticillata?

Hydrilla

What is the habitat of Hydrilla verticillata?

Freshwater ponds, lakes, and streams

Species in the Hydrilla genus

Species in the Hydrocharitaceae family

Appertiella hexandra, Blyxa aubertii, Blyxa echinosperma, Blyxa hexandra, Blyxa japonica, Blyxa javanica, Blyxa leiosperma, Blyxa novoguineensis, Blyxa octandra, Blyxa quadricostata, Blyxa radicans, Blyxa senegalensis, Blyxa vietii, Blyxa kasaragodensis, Blyxa mangalensis, Elodea canadensis, Elodea bifoliata, Elodea callitrichoides, Elodea canadensis, Elodea densa, Elodea granatensis, Elodea naias, Elodea nuttallii, Elodea potamogeton, Elodea granatensis, Elodea heterostemon, Enhalus acoroides, Halophila australis, Halophila baillonis, Halophila beccarii, Halophila decipiens, Halophila engelmannii, Halophila hawaiiana, Halophila major, Halophila minor, Halophila ovalis, Halophila spinulosa, Halophila stipulacea, Halophila tricostata, Halophila capricorni, Halophila mikii, Halophila nipponica, Halophila okinawensis, Halophila sulawesii, Halophila madagascariensis, Halophila spinulosa, Hydrilla verticillata, Hydrocharis chevalieri, Hydrocharis dubia, Hydrocharis morsus-ranae,

References

William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
John Forbes Royle (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Royle' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:114224-3: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.