Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
perennis
ID:
565005

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 2: 146 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564337



Common Names

  • Perennial Bergia
  • Perennial Bergia
  • Bergia Perennis


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Synonyms

  • Elatine perennis F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Bergia perennis (also called Perennial Bergia, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has an upright, spreading habit with alternate, ovate leaves. It is found in forests, thickets and along streams in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Bergia perennis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bergia perennis sub. perennis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bergia perennis has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bergia perennis is a small aquatic plant native to tropical Africa. It can be grown in a pond or aquarium, in a nutrient-rich substrate. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Bergia perennis

Bergia perennis is native to the Mediterranean region.

Bergia perennis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bergia perennis?

Bergia perennis

What is the natural habitat of Bergia perennis?

It is native to Europe and Asia.

What are the uses of Bergia perennis?

It is used in traditional medicine as a diuretic and laxative.

Species in the Elatinaceae family

Bergia aestivosa, Bergia ammannioides, Bergia anagalloides, Bergia arenaroides, Bergia auriculata, Bergia barklyana, Bergia capensis, Bergia decumbens, Bergia diacheiron, Bergia erecta, Bergia glomerata, Bergia glutinosa, Bergia guineensis, Bergia henshallii, Bergia mairei, Bergia mossambicensis, Bergia occultipetala, Bergia pedicellaris, Bergia pentheriana, Bergia perennis, Bergia polyantha, Bergia pusilla, Bergia salaria, Bergia serrata, Bergia sessiliflora, Bergia spathulata, Bergia suffruticosa, Bergia texana, Bergia trimera, Bergia anagalloides, Bergia ammannioides, Elatine ojibwayensis, Elatine alsinastrum, Elatine ambigua, Elatine americana, Elatine brachysperma, Elatine brochonii, Elatine californica, Elatine camphylosperma, Elatine chilensis, Elatine ecuadoriensis, Elatine fassettiana, Elatine fauquei, Elatine glaziovii, Elatine gratioloides, Elatine heterandra, Elatine hexandra, Elatine hungarica, Elatine hydropiper, Elatine lindbergii,

References