Ottelia profundecordata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
profundecordata
ID:
1332249
Status:
valid
Authors:
Symoens
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Fl. Afrique Centr. , Hydrocharit.: 19 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344703
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ottelia profundecordata (also called 'deep-heart ottelia', among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to India. It grows to a height of about 0.3 m and has a wide spread of up to 0.5 m. It is found in shallow ponds and lakes.
Uses & Benefits
Ottelia profundecordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ottelia profundecordata are small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem and two small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ottelia profundecordata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden, and should be watered regularly. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Ottelia profundecordata
Ottelia profundecordata is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Kerala.
Ottelia profundecordata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ottelia profundecordata?
Ottelia profundecordata
What is the common name of Ottelia profundecordata?
Profound-cord Ottelia
What is the natural habitat of Ottelia profundecordata?
Ottelia profundecordata is found in the subtropical wetlands of India
Species in the Ottelia genus
Ottelia acuminata, Ottelia alismoides, Ottelia balansae, Ottelia brachyphylla, Ottelia brasiliensis, Ottelia cordata, Ottelia cylindrica, Ottelia emersa, Ottelia exserta, Ottelia fischeri, Ottelia kunenensis, Ottelia mesenterium, Ottelia muricata, Ottelia obtusifolia, Ottelia ovalifolia, Ottelia scabra, Ottelia ulvifolia, Ottelia verdickii, Ottelia lisowskii, Ottelia profundecordata, Ottelia guanyangensis, Ottelia fengshanensis,
Species in the Hydrocharitaceae family
Appertiella hexandra, Blyxa aubertii, Blyxa echinosperma, Blyxa hexandra, Blyxa japonica, Blyxa javanica, Blyxa leiosperma, Blyxa novoguineensis, Blyxa octandra, Blyxa quadricostata, Blyxa radicans, Blyxa senegalensis, Blyxa vietii, Blyxa kasaragodensis, Blyxa mangalensis, Elodea canadensis, Elodea bifoliata, Elodea callitrichoides, Elodea canadensis, Elodea densa, Elodea granatensis, Elodea naias, Elodea nuttallii, Elodea potamogeton, Elodea granatensis, Elodea heterostemon, Enhalus acoroides, Halophila australis, Halophila baillonis, Halophila beccarii, Halophila decipiens, Halophila engelmannii, Halophila hawaiiana, Halophila major, Halophila minor, Halophila ovalis, Halophila spinulosa, Halophila stipulacea, Halophila tricostata, Halophila capricorni, Halophila mikii, Halophila nipponica, Halophila okinawensis, Halophila sulawesii, Halophila madagascariensis, Halophila spinulosa, Hydrilla verticillata, Hydrocharis chevalieri, Hydrocharis dubia, Hydrocharis morsus-ranae,
References
Jean-Jacques A. Symoens (1927-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Symoens' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77152221-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.