Podostemum fruticulosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fruticulosum
ID:
1261074
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wedd.
Source:
tro
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 17: 74. 1873 [16 Oct 1873]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260412
Common Names
- Podostemum fruticulosum
- Bushy Podostemum
- Bushy Podostemum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Podostemum fruticulosum (also called Fruticose riverweed, among many other common names) is a small aquatic plant found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It is a perennial plant with short stems and leaves that are usually 1–2 cm long. The leaves are thin and fleshy, and the flowers are white or pink. It is found in slow-moving streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Podostemum fruticulosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to prevent soil erosion. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Podostemum fruticulosum has small, white flowers with four petals. The flowers are followed by small, brown, four-sided seeds. The seedlings have thin, upright stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Podostemum fruticulosum is a small, perennial herb that can be grown in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seeds. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Podostemum fruticulosum
Podostemum fruticulosum can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Podostemum fruticulosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podostemum fruticulosum?
Podostemum fruticulosum
What type of plant is Podostemum fruticulosum?
Aquatic plant
What is the natural habitat of Podostemum fruticulosum?
Rivers and streams
Species in the Podostemum genus
Podostemum rutifolium, Podostemum irgangii, Podostemum muelleri, Podostemum distichum, Podostemum comatum, Podostemum acuminatum, Podostemum ceratophyllum, Podostemum fruticulosum, Podostemum flagelliforme, Podostemum ovatum, Podostemum saldanhanum, Podostemum scaturiginum, Podostemum weddellianum, Podostemum algaeforme, Podostemum minor,
Species in the Podostemaceae family
Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50195802: Based on the initial data import
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.