Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thymoides
ID:
404889

Status:
valid

Authors:
Exell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 67(Suppl. 1): 187 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404221



Common Names

  • Rotala Thymoides
  • Thyme-leaved Rotala
  • Thyme-like Rotala


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Description

Rotala thymoides (also called Thyme-Leaved Rotala, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant of the Lythraceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in shallow, slow-moving water.

Uses & Benefits

Rotala thymoides is a popular plant for aquariums and ponds. It is a fast-growing plant that can help to keep the water clean by absorbing nutrients and providing oxygen. It can also be used as a ground cover in gardens, as it is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate a range of soil conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rotala thymoides has small, white flowers and tiny, black seeds. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rotala thymoides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer to ensure optimal growth.

Where to Find Rotala thymoides

Rotala thymoides is native to tropical regions of Asia and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet areas.

Rotala thymoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rotala thymoides?

Rotala thymoides

What type of plant is Rotala thymoides?

Aquatic plant

What is the growth rate of Rotala thymoides?

Fast

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,

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