Hellenia aquatica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aquatica
ID:
440111
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Retz.) Willd.
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
Citation Micro:
Sp. pl. 5
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439443
Common Names
- Hellenia aquatica
- Aquatic Hellenia
- Aquatic Sunflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hellenia aquatica (also called Water Hellenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant with small white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in wet habitats, often near streams and in marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Hellenia aquatica is used as an ornamental plant and can be grown in pots or hanging baskets. It is also used as a houseplant and is known for its bright and colorful flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hellenia aquatica has yellow flowers with white petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hellenia aquatica is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Hellenia aquatica
Hellenia aquatica is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Hellenia aquatica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hellenia aquatica?
Hellenia aquatica
What type of plant is Hellenia aquatica?
A shrub
Where is Hellenia aquatica native to?
Mexico
Species in the Hellenia genus
Species in the Zingiberaceae family
Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,
References
Anders Jahan Retzius (1742-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Retz.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000439443: Based on the initial data import