Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
273601

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roem. & Schult.) Puff

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 154: 363 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272933

Common Names

  • Madagascar Phylohydrax
  • Madagascar Water-Lily
  • Madagascar Water-Shield

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Synonyms

  • Hydrophylax madagascariensis Willd. ex Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Hydrophylax madagascariensis Willd. [valid]

Description

Phylohydrax madagascariensis (also called 'Madagascar Phylohydrax', among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in moist, shady forests. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and white flowers with a yellowish center.

Uses & Benefits

Phylohydrax madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phylohydrax madagascariensis is a white or pinkish-white color and is tubular in shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phylohydrax madagascariensis is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes should be done in spring or early summer. The rhizomes should be divided into sections and replanted in a well-drained potting mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a shady location until established.

Where to Find Phylohydrax madagascariensis

Phylohydrax madagascariensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the forests of the eastern and northern regions.

Phylohydrax madagascariensis FAQ

What is the common name of Phylohydrax madagascariensis?

Madagascar Waterwheel Plant

What is the natural habitat of Phylohydrax madagascariensis?

Forests of Madagascar

What is the flower color of Phylohydrax madagascariensis?

Greenish-yellow

Species in the Phylohydrax genus

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-155685: Based on the initial data import
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.
Christian Puff (1949-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puff' in the authors string.