Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heptamera
ID:
1317245

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) S.A.Graham & Gandhi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 18: 76 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329699



Common Names

  • Ammannia
  • Heptamera
  • Ammannia Heptamera


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Description

Ammannia heptamera (also called the Heptamera Ammannia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually near streams or ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Ammannia heptamera is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and is known for its ability to tolerate high temperatures and low light. It is also used in water gardens and ponds to provide oxygenation and to reduce algae growth.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ammannia heptamera var. bullockii (Verdc.) S.A.Graham & Gandhi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with four petals. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Long, thin stems with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ammannia heptamera is a fast-growing, perennial aquatic plant that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of pH levels and can be grown in water up to 6 inches deep.

Where to Find Ammannia heptamera

Ammannia heptamera is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Ammannia heptamera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ammannia heptamera?

Ammannia heptamera

What is the family of Ammannia heptamera?

Lythraceae

What is the origin of Ammannia heptamera?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

Species in the Ammannia genus

Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii, Ammannia cinerea,

Species in the Lythraceae family

Adenaria floribunda, Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii,

References

Shirley Ann Tousch Graham (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Graham' in the authors string.
Kanchi N. Gandhi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gandhi' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.