Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Nelson & P.B.Kenn.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Muhlenbergia 3: 142 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726703
Common Names
- Alpine Waterleaf
- Hydrophyllum alpestre
- Alpine Waterleaf
Synonyms
- Hydrophyllum capitatum alpinum S.Watson [unknown]
Description
Hydrophyllum alpestre (also called Alpine Water-willow, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa and Madagascar. It grows in wet, marshy habitats, and has long, slender stems with small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hydrophyllum alpestre is used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hydrophyllum alpestre is a white or cream colored, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hydrophyllum alpestre can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in full sun or light shade.
Where to Find Hydrophyllum alpestre
Hydrophyllum alpestre is native to temperate regions of the world, including Europe, Asia, and North America.
Hydrophyllum alpestre FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydrophyllum alpestre?
Hydrophyllum alpestre
What is the common name of Hydrophyllum alpestre?
Alpine waterleaf
Where is Hydrophyllum alpestre found?
It is found in wet areas in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
Species in the Hydrophyllum genus
Hydrophyllum alpestre,
Hydrophyllum tenuipes,
Hydrophyllum appendiculatum,
Hydrophyllum canadense,
Hydrophyllum capitatum,
Hydrophyllum fendleri,
Hydrophyllum macrophyllum,
Hydrophyllum occidentale,
Hydrophyllum virginianum,
Hydrophyllum brownei,
Species in the Boraginaceae family
Actinocarya acaulis,
Actinocarya tibetica,
Adelocaryum coelestinum,
Adelocaryum flexuosum,
Adelocaryum malabaricum,
Adelocaryum nebulicola,
Adelocaryum lambertianum,
Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum,
Aegonychon zollingeri,
Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum,
Aegonychon calabricum,
Aegonychon calabrum,
Afrotysonia africana,
Afrotysonia glochidiata,
Afrotysonia pilosicaulis,
Alkanna amana,
Alkanna angustifolia,
Alkanna areolata,
Alkanna attilae,
Alkanna aucheriana,
Alkanna auranitica,
Alkanna bracteosa,
Alkanna caliensis,
Alkanna cappadocica,
Alkanna confusa,
Alkanna corcyrensis,
Alkanna cordifolia,
Alkanna dumanii,
Alkanna frigida,
Alkanna froedinii,
Alkanna galilaea,
Alkanna graeca,
Alkanna haussknechtii,
Alkanna hellenica,
Alkanna hirsutissima,
Alkanna hispida,
Alkanna incana,
Alkanna intercedens,
Alkanna jordanovii,
Alkanna kotschyana,
Alkanna leiocarpa,
Alkanna leptophylla,
Alkanna lutea,
Alkanna macrophylla,
Alkanna macrosiphon,
Alkanna maleolens,
Alkanna megacarpa,
Alkanna methanaea,
Alkanna milliana,
Alkanna mughlae,