Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
madurensis
ID:
747237

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.P.Balakr. & Subr.) Karthik. & Moorthy

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pl. India : 22 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746570



Common Names

  • Hygrophila madurensis
  • Indian swampweed
  • Asian swampweed


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Description

Hygrophila madurensis (also called Madurai Hygrophila, Hygrophila madurensis, or Hygrophila madurensis var. madurensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is an aquatic perennial with long, slender stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Hygrophila madurensis is a medicinal plant used to treat various ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hygrophila madurensis are white and have a tubular shape. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hygrophila madurensis is an annual that can be propagated from seed. It prefers a sunny, sheltered position in well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to two years to reach flowering size.

Where to Find Hygrophila madurensis

Hygrophila madurensis is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.

Hygrophila madurensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hygrophila madurensis?

Hygrophila madurensis

What is the natural habitat of Hygrophila madurensis?

Hygrophila madurensis is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Southeast Asia.

What is the flowering season of Hygrophila madurensis?

Hygrophila madurensis typically flowers during the summer months.

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

Saravanam Karthikeyan (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karthik.' in the authors string.
Nambiyath Puthansurayil Balakrishnan (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Balakr.' in the authors string.
Chirayathumadom Venkatachalier Subramanian (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Subram.' in the authors string.
Narasimhulu Sirasala Moorthy (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moorthy' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77108332-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.