TROPICAL PLANT ENCYCLOPEDIA

Ludwigia helminthorrhiza, Bushy Seed Box, Rattlebox

Ludwigia helminthorrhiza

Bushy Seed Box, Rattlebox
Family: Onagraceae
Origin: South America
Groundcover and low-growing 2ft plantFull sunBog or aquatic plantWhite, off-white flowersInvasive plant

Ludwigia helminthorrhiza is found on the banks of rivers or lakes and can also be found in marshy areas. This floating plant is characterised by its distinctive aerial roots and strong root network, which provide a good hiding-place for young fish.

A very decorative plant in open aquariums, and also suitable for garden ponds in the summer.


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Ludwigia helminthorrhiza, Bushy Seed Box, Rattlebox
Ludwigia helminthorrhiza, Bushy Seed Box, Rattlebox
Ludwigia helminthorrhiza, Bushy Seed Box, Rattlebox
Ludwigia helminthorrhiza, Bushy Seed Box, Rattlebox


Link to this plant:
https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/ludwigia_helminthorrhiza.htm