

How to identify Mint bacopa (Bacopa caroliniana)
Mint bacopa, also known as Giant red bacopa, Carolina water hyssop
Mint bacopa is characterized by its creeping growth habit and succulent, thick leaves that emit a lemon scent when crushed. The leaves are typically a vibrant green, lending a lush appearance to the plant. It possesses an impressive heat tolerance, although it does not favor dry conditions or salty environments. Mint bacopa thrives particularly well in wet or marshy areas, making it a suitable candidate for aquatic gardens or damp terrestrial landscapes. Its physical traits allow it to adapt and flourish in waterlogged soils.
Thick, succulent oblanceolate leaves emit lemon scent when crushed.
Small, light blue flowers with 4-5 obovate petals blooming from May to September.
Smooth, hairless egg-shaped fruit with subtle green hue, developing from July to October.
Green stems with fine hairs above water, hairless when submerged, branching oppositely.
Adapts to wet or marshy areas, suitable for aquatic gardens, heat tolerant.
The leaves of mint bacopa are thick, succulent, and oblanceolate, arranged in opposite pairs. Each leaf measures approximately 1/8 inch (0.3 cm) in width and 5/8 inch (1.6 cm) in length. They are oblong, fleshy, and densively arranged along short, ascending stems. When crushed, these leaves release a distinctive lemon-like scent, a unique characteristic. Their texture is smooth and waxy, enhancing their water retention capability.
The flowers of mint bacopa are small and light blue, featuring 4-5 obovate petals arranged symmetrically. Each petal measures approximately 0.2 inches (5mm) in length, creating a delicate and appealing bloom. These flowers typically emerge from May to September, giving the plant an extended blooming period. The distinct light blue hue and the singular arrangement of the petals are key characteristics that make the flowers of mint bacopa identifiable to both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts.
Mint bacopa features green stems that can adapt to both aquatic and terrestrial environments. When growing out of the water, the stems exhibit fine hairs, adding to their textured appearance. Conversely, stems submerged in water are completely hairless, presenting a smooth texture. These stems typically range from 0.1 to 0.2 inches (2.5 to 5 mm) in thickness. The branching pattern is generally opposite, contributing to a dense, bushy growth habit that can aid in identification.
The fruit of mint bacopa is an egg-shaped capsule that emerges smooth and hairless. Typically, the fruits develop over the summer months from July through October. These capsules, although diminutive in size, embody the quintessential traits of the mint bacopa's reproductive process. In terms of color, the capsules often bear a subtle green hue that may mature further as the season progresses. The streamlined form of the capsule, coupled with its smooth texture, grants an elegant simplicity to its aesthetic, making identification accessible even to those newly acquainted with botany.
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Scientific Classification of Mint bacopa