Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
meenkulamensis
ID:
1323662

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.S.Prasad & Raveendran

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 58: 105 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336116



Common Names

  • Rotala Meenkulamensis
  • Meenkulamensis Rotala
  • Rotala


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Description

Rotala meenkulamensis (also called Meenkulam Rotala, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to India. It is a perennial plant, growing in wet, sunny areas of ponds, lakes, and other aquatic habitats. It has a tufted stem and narrow leaves, and produces a single spike of pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rotala meenkulamensis is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rotala meenkulamensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are black and round, and the seedlings are small and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rotala meenkulamensis is a perennial aquatic plant native to India. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers a warm, humid environment and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining, rich potting medium and watered regularly. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Rotala meenkulamensis

Rotala meenkulamensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of India.

Rotala meenkulamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rotala meenkulamensis?

Rotala meenkulamensis

What type of plant is Rotala meenkulamensis?

Rotala meenkulamensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Lythraceae.

Where is Rotala meenkulamensis found?

Rotala meenkulamensis is found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Species in the Rotala genus

Rotala cookii, Rotala thymoides, Rotala tripartita, Rotala vasudevanii, Rotala verdcourtii, Rotala tenella, Rotala welwitschii, Rotala verticillaris, Rotala stipulata, Rotala rubra, Rotala serpiculoides, Rotala serpyllifolia, Rotala simpliciuscula, Rotala smithii, Rotala stagnina, Rotala tenuis, Rotala stuhlmannii, Rotala subrotunda, Rotala gerardii, Rotala filiformis, Rotala fimbriata, Rotala floribunda, Rotala fluitans, Rotala longistyla, Rotala fysonii, Rotala gossweileri, Rotala fontinalis, Rotala cordipetala, Rotala elatinoides, Rotala diandra, Rotala lucalensis, Rotala ritchiei, Rotala pterocalyx, Rotala ramosior, Rotala myriophylloides, Rotala macrandra, Rotala malabarica, Rotala malampuzhensis, Rotala mexicana, Rotala nummularia, Rotala occultiflora, Rotala milne-redheadii, Rotala hippuris, Rotala illecebroides, Rotala indica, Rotala andamanensis, Rotala capensis, Rotala belgaumensis, Rotala halophila, Rotala dinteri,

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

Karuvankoodelu Subrahmanya Prasad (b.1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.S.Prasad' in the authors string.
Kalathil Raveendran (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raveendran' in the authors string.