Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hechiensis
ID:
1518356

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.J.Wang

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 349(1): 68. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000005159

Common Names

  • Leptodermis hechiensis
  • Hechiensis Leptodermis
  • Leptodermis

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Description

Leptodermis hechiensis (also called Chinese Water Fern, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic fern native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in slow-moving streams and ponds, often in shallow water or on the edges of bodies of water.

Uses & Benefits

Leptodermis hechiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or screen. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptodermis hechiensis has small, white flowers that are clustered in the axils of the leaves. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptodermis hechiensis can be propagated through division of the rhizomes or by seed. Cultivation is best done in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Leptodermis hechiensis

Leptodermis hechiensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India and China.

Leptodermis hechiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptodermis hechiensis?

Leptodermis hechiensis

What are the common names of Leptodermis hechiensis?

Common names of Leptodermis hechiensis include false pimpernel, false pimpernel-grass, and false pimpernel-weed.

What is the natural habitat of Leptodermis hechiensis?

Leptodermis hechiensis is found in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical regions.

Species in the Leptodermis genus

Leptodermis amoena, Leptodermis beichuanensis, Leptodermis brevisepala, Leptodermis buxifolia, Leptodermis crassifolia, Leptodermis dielsiana, Leptodermis diffusa, Leptodermis forrestii, Leptodermis glomerata, Leptodermis gracilis, Leptodermis griffithii, Leptodermis handeliana, Leptodermis hirsutiflora, Leptodermis kumaonensis, Leptodermis lanata, Leptodermis lanceolata, Leptodermis lecomtei, Leptodermis limprichtii, Leptodermis ludlowii, Leptodermis oblonga, Leptodermis ordosica, Leptodermis ovata, Leptodermis parkeri, Leptodermis parvifolia, Leptodermis pilosa, Leptodermis potaninii, Leptodermis pulchella, Leptodermis pumila, Leptodermis purdomii, Leptodermis rehderiana, Leptodermis riparia, Leptodermis scabrida, Leptodermis schneideri, Leptodermis scissa, Leptodermis stapfiana, Leptodermis tomentella, Leptodermis trifida, Leptodermis velutiniflora, Leptodermis vestita, Leptodermis virgata, Leptodermis wardii, Leptodermis wilsonii, Leptodermis xizangensis, Leptodermis yui, Leptodermis yangshuoensis, Leptodermis coriaceifolia, Leptodermis hechiensis,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,