Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
palustris
ID:
1067569

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) Forsyth f.

Source:
tro

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Bot. Nomencl. : 171 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001066907



Common Names

  • Marsh Hydrolea
  • Marsh Hydroleajoy
  • Marsh Hydrolealove


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Description

Hydrolea palustris (also called Marsh Hydrolea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils in wetlands and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Hydrolea palustris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop. It is also used as a bee plant, attracting bees and other beneficial insects. It has a mild, sweet aroma and is used in potpourris and sachets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydrolea palustris is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is small and round with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydrolea palustris is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Hydrolea palustris

Hydrolea palustris is native to California and can be found in the western United States.

References

Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
William Forsyth Jr. (1772-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forsyth f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:432231-1: Based on the initial data import