Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
procumbens
ID:
1236956

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.G.Saunders & Soria

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 43: 205 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236294

Common Names

  • Waltheria procumbens
  • Procumbens Waltheria
  • Waltheria Plant

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Description

Waltheria procumbens (also called Creeping Waltheria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It is typically found in moist habitats, such as riverbanks, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its long, slender stems.

Uses & Benefits

Waltheria procumbens is an ornamental plant that is used to add color and beauty to gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and to boost the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Waltheria procumbens has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a reddish tint.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Waltheria procumbens is a tropical plant native to South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in moist soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Waltheria procumbens

Waltheria procumbens is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist forests and woodlands.

Species in the Waltheria genus

Waltheria collina, Waltheria bahamensis, Waltheria brachypetala, Waltheria virgata, Waltheria viscosissima, Waltheria pyrolifolia, Waltheria astropus, Waltheria glabra, Waltheria glomerata, Waltheria communis, Waltheria albicans, Waltheria arenaria, Waltheria arenicola, Waltheria lophanthus, Waltheria operculata, Waltheria indica, Waltheria involucrata, Waltheria lanceolata, Waltheria carmensarae, Waltheria berteroi, Waltheria madagascariensis, Waltheria ackermanniana, Waltheria carpinifolia, Waltheria cinerascens, Waltheria excelsa, Waltheria ferruginea, Waltheria glazioviana, Waltheria macrophylla, Waltheria maritima, Waltheria paniculata, Waltheria petiolata, Waltheria polyantha, Waltheria rotundifolia, Waltheria calcicola, Waltheria ovata, Waltheria microphylla, Waltheria acapulcensis, Waltheria detonsa, Waltheria acuminata, Waltheria conzattii, Waltheria lundelliana, Waltheria pringlei, Waltheria tridentata, Waltheria tomentosa, Waltheria bracteosa, Waltheria preslii, Waltheria bicolor, Waltheria fryxellii, Waltheria procumbens, Waltheria ladewii,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50088862: Based on the initial data import
Nélida Soria (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soria' in the authors string.
Janice G. Saunders: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.Saunders' in the authors string.