Monday, July 1, 2024

Rotala malabarica Pradeep, K.T.Joseph & Sivar.

 

Family: Lythraceae

Synonym: No synonym

Vernacular name:

Habit: Herb

Habitat: Marshy areas

Distribution: Southern India

Flowering and Fruiting: July-September

Key identification features: It is herb with 4-angled structures. The leaves are sessile, linear, and simple, arranged in a decussate pattern. The flowers are axillary, solitary, and sessile, displaying a monomorphic structure with pink petals. 5 stamens are inserted at the base of the calyx tube. Fruit is a capsule

Uses: It is an ornamental aquatic plant used in aquariums for its beauty and natural filtration properties.



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