Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
philippiana
ID:
407179

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Speg.) Macloskie

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Rep. Princeton Univ. Exped. Patagonia, Botany 8: 434. 1905

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406511



Common Names

  • Rorippa philippiana
  • Philipp's Rorippa
  • Philipp's Cress


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Synonyms

  • Nasturtium micranthum Phil. [unknown]
  • Radicula philippiana (Speg.) Standl. [unknown]

Description

Rorippa philippiana (also called Philippine watercress, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical regions. It has a spreading growth habit and grows in moist, well-drained soils. It is commonly found in moist forests and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Rorippa philippiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge, and as a windbreak. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of fuel wood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rorippa philippiana is small, white, and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rorippa philippiana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate drought. It is frost hardy and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.

Where to Find Rorippa philippiana

Rorippa philippiana can be found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

Rorippa philippiana FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Rorippa philippiana?

Rorippa philippiana prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

What type of soil does Rorippa philippiana prefer?

Rorippa philippiana prefers moist, well-drained soils.

What is the best way to propagate Rorippa philippiana?

Rorippa philippiana can be propagated by seed or division.

Species in the Rorippa genus

Rorippa prolifera, Rorippa pyrenaica, Rorippa neogradensis, Rorippa palustris, Rorippa anceps, Rorippa wislokiensis, Rorippa sylvestris, Rorippa thracica, Rorippa amphibia, Rorippa armoracioides, Rorippa kerneri, Rorippa hungaricum, Rorippa kullodensis, Rorippa lippizensis, Rorippa menyharthiana, Rorippa austriaca, Rorippa erythrocaule, Rorippa mexicana, Rorippa laeta, Rorippa madagascariensis, Rorippa indica, Rorippa laciniata, Rorippa portoricensis, Rorippa islandica, Rorippa micrantha, Rorippa complicata, Rorippa cryptantha, Rorippa coxii, Rorippa brachycarpa, Rorippa hayanica, Rorippa dubia, Rorippa philippiana, Rorippa behcetii, Rorippa apetala, Rorippa edirnensis, Rorippa cygnorum, Rorippa ampullicarpa, Rorippa dietrichiana, Rorippa neocaledonica, Rorippa spasskajae, Rorippa stenophylla, Rorippa chubutica, Rorippa divaricata, Rorippa africana, Rorippa aurea, Rorippa backeri, Rorippa hybosperma, Rorippa kurdica, Rorippa peekelii, Rorippa schlechteri,

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2430577: Based on the initial data import
George Macloskie (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Macloskie' in the authors string.
Carlos Luigi Spegazzini (1858-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speg.' in the authors string.