Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
weddellianum
ID:
1275859

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Tul.) C.T.Philbrick & Novelo

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 70: 77 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275197



Common Names

  • Podostemum
  • Weddellianum Podostemum
  • Podostemum Weddellianum


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Description

Podostemum weddellianum (also called Weddell's Podostemum, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to the Western Ghats of India. It has small, round leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Podostemum weddellianum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It can also be used as a food flavoring and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Podostemum weddellianum has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podostemum weddellianum is a perennial aquatic plant native to the Amazon basin. It is a member of the family Podostemaceae. It is easily propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist and the cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Podostemum weddellianum

Podostemum weddellianum is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan and Yunnan.

Podostemum weddellianum FAQ

What type of soil does Podostemum weddellianum prefer?

Podostemum weddellianum prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the optimal temperature for Podostemum weddellianum?

Podostemum weddellianum prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the best way to propagate Podostemum weddellianum?

Podostemum weddellianum can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

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

Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.
C. Thomas Philbrick: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.Philbrick' in the authors string.
Alejandro Novelo Retana (1951-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Novelo' in the authors string.