Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
gleasoniana
ID:
558985

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28(1): 130 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558317



Common Names

  • Stegolepis gleasoniana
  • Gleason's Stegolepis
  • Gleason's


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Description

Stegolepis gleasoniana (also called Water Hyssop, Brahmi, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white or pink flowers. It is found in shallow water, wet soils, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stegolepis gleasoniana is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and ponds. It is also used to reduce stress and anxiety, improve memory, and treat asthma and bronchitis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stegolepis gleasoniana has small, white flowers that grow in clusters and are surrounded by a cluster of bracts. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stegolepis gleasoniana is a low-growing, creeping perennial plant that is native to the United States. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in moist soil.

Where to Find Stegolepis gleasoniana

Stegolepis gleasoniana is native to Central and South America.

Stegolepis gleasoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stegolepis gleasoniana?

Stegolepis gleasoniana

What is the common name of Stegolepis gleasoniana?

Gleason's Waterhyssop

What type of plant is Stegolepis gleasoniana?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Rapateaceae family

Amphiphyllum rigidum, Cephalostemon affinis, Cephalostemon angustatus, Cephalostemon gracilis, Cephalostemon microglochin, Cephalostemon riedelianus, Duckea cyperaceoidea, Duckea flava, Duckea junciformis, Duckea squarrosa, Epidryos allenii, Epidryos guayanensis, Epidryos micrantherus, Epidryos matheusii, Guacamaya superba, Kunhardtia radiata, Kunhardtia rhodantha, Marahuacaea schomburgkii, Maschalocephalus dinklagei, Monotrema aemulans, Monotrema affine, Monotrema arthrophyllum, Monotrema bracteatum, Monotrema xyridoides, Phelpsiella ptericaulis, Potarophytum riparium, Rapatea angustifolia, Rapatea aracamuniana, Rapatea chimantensis, Rapatea circasiana, Rapatea elongata, Rapatea fanshawei, Rapatea linearis, Rapatea longipes, Rapatea membranacea, Rapatea muaju, Rapatea paludosa, Rapatea pycnocephala, Rapatea rugulosa, Rapatea saulensis, Rapatea scabra, Rapatea spectabilis, Rapatea spruceana, Rapatea steyermarkii, Rapatea ulei, Rapatea undulata, Rapatea xiphoides, Rapatea yapacana, Saxofridericia aculeata, Saxofridericia compressa,

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