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Rotala wallichii

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Rotala wallichii (Hook. f.) Koehne

Family Name: Lythraceae
Common Name: Whorly Rotala

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
Name Authority
Name Status (botanical)
Common Names
Comments

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Growth Form Aquatic & Hydrophyte (Submerged Aquatic)
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial
Mode of Nutrition Autotrophic

Biogeography

Native Distribution Southeast Asia
Native Habitat Aquatic
Preferred Climate Zone Tropical

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Lots of Water
Plant Growth Rate Fast
Propagation Method Stem Cutting

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Others

Master ID 32820
Species ID 7233
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Species record last updated on: 20 August 2021.
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