Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
aquatilis
ID:
834306

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 15: 43 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833641



Common Names

  • Aquatilis Howellia
  • Howellia aquatilis
  • Howellia aquatilis var. aquatilis


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Description

Howellia aquatilis (also called 'Water Howellia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Onagraceae. It is native to North America. It is found in wet meadows and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Howellia aquatilis is a popular houseplant and is used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Howellia aquatilis is small, white and has 4 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Howellia aquatilis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 5°C.

Where to Find Howellia aquatilis

Howellia aquatilis can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Howellia aquatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Howellia aquatilis?

Howellia aquatilis

What is the family of Howellia aquatilis?

Gesneriaceae

What is the natural habitat of Howellia aquatilis?

Forests of East Asia

Species in the Howellia genus

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-370822: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.