Water Primrose
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| Ludwigia hexapetala Hook. |
The Water Primrose, Ludwigia hexapetala, is a herbaceous perennial plant of the family Onagraceae. Native to south Mexico and South America, its habitat includes the margins of lakes, ponds, ditches, and streams.
Synonyms
- Ludwigia grandiflora (M. Micheli) Zardini, Gu & Raven
- Ludwigia uruguayensis var. major (Hassler) Munz
- Jussiaea grandiflora Michx., non Ruiz & Pavon
- Jussiaea michauxiana Fern. (excl. type)
- Jussiaea repens L. var. grandiflora M. Micheli
- Jussiaea uruguayensis Camb.
External Resources
- http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/wq/plants/plantid2/descriptions/ludhex.html
- http://www.nwcb.wa.gov/weed_info/Written_findings/Ludwigia_hexapetala.html
