Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
difformis
ID:
727449

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Blume

Source:
ksu

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 804 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726782



Common Names

  • Hygrophila Difformis
  • Hygrophila Difformis Sp
  • Hygrophila Difformis Var


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Description

Hygrophila difformis (also called Variable Marshweed, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a herbaceous plant with oval leaves and small white flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It grows in wet, marshy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hygrophila difformis is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and is also used to treat skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hygrophila difformis is a small, white or yellowish flower with four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hygrophila difformis is a fast-growing, aquatic plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be propagated by cuttings, division, or by planting seeds. It prefers a nutrient-rich substrate and plenty of light. It can also tolerate a wide range of water parameters, making it a suitable choice for beginner aquarists.

Where to Find Hygrophila difformis

Hygrophila difformis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Hygrophila difformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hygrophila difformis?

Hygrophila difformis

What is the common name of Hygrophila difformis?

Difform hygrophila

What is the natural habitat of Hygrophila difformis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49676-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.