Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nervosa
ID:
444115

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poir.) H.Hara

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 28: 293 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443447



Common Names

  • Ludwigia nervosa
  • Nerve-Leaved Water-Purslane
  • Nerve-Leaved Primrose-Willow


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Synonyms

  • Jussiaea maypurensis Kunth [unknown]
  • Jussiaea pauciflora Pohl ex Micheli [unknown]
  • Jussiaea nervosa Poir. [unknown]
  • Jussiaea commersonii Pohl ex Micheli [unknown]
  • Jussiaea nervosa foliosa Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Jussiaea nervosa glaberrima Micheli [unknown]
  • Jussiaea nervosa microphylla Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Jussiaea nervosa microphylla (Chodat & Hassl.) Bertoni [unknown]
  • Jussiaea nervosa pubescens Micheli [unknown]
  • Jussiaea nervosa salicina Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Ludwigia hondurensis Standl. [unknown]
  • Corynostigma jussiaeoides C.Presl [unknown]
  • Jussiaea palmitensis Cambess. [unknown]
  • Jussiaea yacumensis Rusby [unknown]
  • Jussiaea marginata Rusby [unknown]
  • Jussiaea nervosa marginata (Rusby) Munz [unknown]
  • Jussiaea nervosa lanceolata Bertoni [deprecated]
  • Jussiaea nervosa stricta Bertoni [deprecated]

Description

Ludwigia nervosa (also called Nerve-Leaf Water Primrose, among many other common names) is an aquatic herb native to North and South America. It has an upright habit with oval-shaped leaves and its stems are reddish-brown. It is found in freshwater wetlands and ponds. It prefers moist soils and can be found in areas with high rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Ludwigia nervosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ludwigia nervosa are small, yellow-green, and are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings are slender and conical.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ludwigia nervosa is a species of flowering plant native to North America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist and warm until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and kept moist until they root.

Where to Find Ludwigia nervosa

Ludwigia nervosa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas and is found in wetland habitats.

Ludwigia nervosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ludwigia nervosa?

Ludwigia nervosa

What is the common name of Ludwigia nervosa?

Nerveleaf Water-primrose

What is the family of Ludwigia nervosa?

Onagraceae

Species in the Ludwigia genus

Ludwigia affinis, Ludwigia adscendens, Ludwigia abyssinica, Ludwigia africana, Ludwigia hassleriana, Ludwigia foliobracteolata, Ludwigia filiformis, Ludwigia erecta, Ludwigia inclinata, Ludwigia helminthorrhiza, Ludwigia hyssopifolia, Ludwigia brenanii, Ludwigia densiflora, Ludwigia decurrens, Ludwigia elegans, Ludwigia burchellii, Ludwigia peploides, Ludwigia peruviana, Ludwigia perennis, Ludwigia prostrata, Ludwigia peduncularis, Ludwigia palustris, Ludwigia rigida, Ludwigia quadrangularis, Ludwigia octovalvis, Ludwigia longifolia, Ludwigia linifolia, Ludwigia major, Ludwigia leptocarpa, Ludwigia latifolia, Ludwigia sedioides, Ludwigia nervosa, Ludwigia torulosa, Ludwigia stenorraphe, Ludwigia sericea, Ludwigia senegalensis, Ludwigia kentiana, Ludwigia uruguayensis, Ludwigia epilobioides, Ludwigia ovalis, Ludwigia alata, Ludwigia alternifolia, Ludwigia arcuata, Ludwigia brevipes, Ludwigia glandulosa, Ludwigia hirtella, Ludwigia hookeri, Ludwigia jussiaeoides, Ludwigia linearis, Ludwigia maritima,

Species in the Onagraceae family

Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2494061: Based on the initial data import
Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Hiroshi Hara (1911-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Hara' in the authors string.