Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
quadrivalvis
ID:
1067309

Status:
valid

Authors:
Walter

Source:
tro

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Fl. Carol. : 109 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001066647



Common Names

  • Hydrolea
  • Four-petaled Hydrolea
  • Hydrolea


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Description

Hydrolea quadrivalvis (also called Four-valved Water-leaf, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Hydrophyllaceae family. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in sandy washes and dry slopes. It has a branched stem, and its leaves are deeply divided and covered with white hairs. Its flowers are blue and bell-shaped.

Uses & Benefits

Hydrolea quadrivalvis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and yards. It is also used in erosion control projects, as it helps to stabilize the soil and reduce runoff.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydrolea quadrivalvis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydrolea quadrivalvis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Hydrolea quadrivalvis

Hydrolea quadrivalvis is native to the southeastern United States.

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