Hydrostachys verruculosa
Hydrostachys verruculosa A.Juss.
Hydrostachys verruculosa is a species in the genus Hydrostachys, family Hydrostachyaceae. It was first described by A.Juss. in 1838. The species is distributed in the Afrotropical region, globally, and in Madagascar.
Description
Hydrostachys verruculosa is a member of the Hydrostachyaceae family, a small group of aquatic or semi-aquatic plants. This species is native to the Afrotropical region and is also found in Madagascar, with a broader global distribution. The genus Hydrostachys is characterized by its aquatic or marsh-dwelling nature, and its members are often found in wetland habitats. The species was first published in 1838 by A.Juss., contributing to the early taxonomic classification of Hydrostachyaceae. Its distribution across multiple regions highlights its ecological adaptability.
Distribution
Afrotropical · Global · Madagascar
Synonyms
Hydrostachys laciniataHydrostachys verruculosa f. ciliataHydrostachys verruculosa f. laciniataHydrostachys verruculosa f. verruculosaHydrostachys verruculosa f. sericea