Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenorraphe
ID:
444143

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brenan) H.Hara

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 28: 294 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443475



Common Names

  • Ludwigia stenorraphe
  • Water Primrose
  • Willow Primrose


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Synonyms

  • Jussiaea stenorraphe Brenan [unknown]
  • Jussiaea suffruticosa stenosperma Berhaut [unknown]
  • Ludwigia stenorraphe stenorraphe [unknown]

Description

Ludwigia stenorraphe (also called 'Narrow-leaved Ludwigia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It has long, thin, green leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, tropical climates, usually in wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ludwigia stenorraphe is often used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and water gardens, as it can tolerate a wide range of water conditions and provide a beautiful contrast of colors. It can also be used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ludwigia stenorraphe sub. macrosepala (Brenan) P.H.Raven
Ludwigia stenorraphe sub. reducta (Brenan) P.H.Raven

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ludwigia stenorraphe has small, yellow flowers that produce small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and green, with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ludwigia stenorraphe is an annual plant native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted into their permanent positions in early summer.

Where to Find Ludwigia stenorraphe

Ludwigia stenorraphe is native to Central and South America and can be found in the Amazon basin.

Ludwigia stenorraphe FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ludwigia stenorraphe?

Ludwigia stenorraphe

What type of plant is Ludwigia stenorraphe?

A flowering plant

Where can Ludwigia stenorraphe be found?

It is native to South America

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-2494109: Based on the initial data import
Hiroshi Hara (1911-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Hara' in the authors string.
John Patrick Micklethwait Brenan (1917-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brenan' in the authors string.