Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 29: 359 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254985
Common Names
- Oldenlandia hygrophila
- Hygrophila Oldenlandia
- Oldenlandia
Synonyms
- Hedyotis hygrophila (Bremek.) Bennet [valid]
Description
Oldenlandia hygrophila (also called Water Oldenlandia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions and is found in wet areas such as swamps, marshes, and ditches.
Uses & Benefits
Oldenlandia hygrophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oldenlandia hygrophila has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oldenlandia hygrophila is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Oldenlandia hygrophila
Oldenlandia hygrophila is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Oldenlandia hygrophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia hygrophila?
Oldenlandia hygrophila
What is the family of Oldenlandia hygrophila?
Rubiaceae
Where is Oldenlandia hygrophila native to?
Tropical Asia
Species in the Oldenlandia genus
Oldenlandia ascedens,
Oldenlandia acicularis,
Oldenlandia adscensionis,
Oldenlandia aegialodes,
Oldenlandia aemulans,
Oldenlandia affinis,
Oldenlandia apoensis,
Oldenlandia arenarioides,
Oldenlandia aretioides,
Oldenlandia aridosa,
Oldenlandia balfourii,
Oldenlandia banksii,
Oldenlandia bicornuta,
Oldenlandia boscii,
Oldenlandia brachypetala,
Oldenlandia brachyphylla,
Oldenlandia breviflora,
Oldenlandia cana,
Oldenlandia capensis,
Oldenlandia capillipes,
Oldenlandia capituligera,
Oldenlandia chevalieri,
Oldenlandia chiovendae,
Oldenlandia ciliata,
Oldenlandia ciliolata,
Oldenlandia clausa,
Oldenlandia comata,
Oldenlandia contracta,
Oldenlandia corymbosa,
Oldenlandia cryptocarpa,
Oldenlandia cyperoides,
Oldenlandia debilis,
Oldenlandia decipiens,
Oldenlandia densiflora,
Oldenlandia dinteri,
Oldenlandia drymarioides,
Oldenlandia duemmeri,
Oldenlandia dusenii,
Oldenlandia echinulosa,
Oldenlandia erythraeoides,
Oldenlandia fastigiata,
Oldenlandia filicaulis,
Oldenlandia filifolia,
Oldenlandia flosculosa,
Oldenlandia forcipitistipula,
Oldenlandia friesiorum,
Oldenlandia geophila,
Oldenlandia grandis,
Oldenlandia gregaria,
Oldenlandia herbacea,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,