Manyflower Marshpennywort - Hydrocotyle umbellata (Care, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Manyflower Marshpennywort

Also known as: Umbrella Pennyroyal, Money Plant, Many-Flowered Marsh-Pennywort

Manyflower Marshpennywort gets its name from its fleshy, green silver-dollar-shaped leaves. This perennial loves moisture and can float. This plant is sometimes seen as a noxious weed.

Scientific classification

Species

Manyflower Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle umbellata)

Carrots, ivies and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Green

Leaf Color

2.5 cm

Flower Size

Green

Fruit Color

White

Flower Color

Green

Stem Color

Evergreen, Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Spring, Summer, Fall

Growth Season

Rapid

Growth Rate

Images of Manyflower Marshpennywort

Distribution of Manyflower Marshpennywort

Distribution Map

Manyflower Marshpennywort is native to the northern part of South America, Central America, and some regions of the Caribbean. Its presence has extended through cultivation, now found in a variety of freshwater environments beyond its original range. Manyflower Marshpennywort thrives in its introduced locations, adapting to new ecological settings.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

In wet places principally in the eastern half of Texas

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Quickly Identify Manyflower Marshpennywort

Round, peltate leaves like small umbrellas, dark green, 1/2 - 2 inches (1.3 - 5 cm).

Creeping stems spread on the ground, thin, green to greenish-brown, not exceeding 0.1 inches (2-3 mm).

Small, delicate greenish-white flowers in compact umbels, 1/8 inch (3 mm) diameter, no scent.

Rounded, flat fruit capsules, small size, green to brown, 0.1 inches (2-3 mm) diameter.

Glossy, rounded leaves like silver dollars, 1-1.5 inches (2.5-3.8 cm) diameter, form dense mat.

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Care Guide for Manyflower Marshpennywort

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Originating from wetlands, manyflower Marshpennywort thrives in moist environments and prefers consistent hydration, requiring weekly watering. It adapts well to high humidity but shows moderate drought tolerance. Natural rainfall enhances its water cycle, supporting lush foliage and a healthy root system.

Fertilize: Fertilize manyflower Marshpennywort bi-weekly with balanced nutrition during the growing season for optimal growth and flowering. Reduce feeding frequency in dormancy to prevent nutrient build-up. Adjust dosages based on manyflower Marshpennywort's response, starting with half-strength applications to avoid over-fertilization and root burn.

Pruning: Manyflower Marshpennywort, with its circular leaves and creeping growth, requires specific pruning. Trim leggy stems in spring to promote health and prevent overcrowding. Regularly remove dead foliage to encourage new growth, maintain aesthetics, and minimize disease risks, enhancing manyflower Marshpennywort's vigor and resilience.

Propagation: Manyflower Marshpennywort can be propagated by taking healthy stem cuttings with leaves and placing them in water or moist potting mix. Roots develop in a few weeks. Keep cuttings moist and out of direct sunlight during rooting for optimal growth before transplanting.

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