Musky Marshpennywort

Hydrocotyle moschata

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Araliaceae
Genus:
Hydrocotyle
Species:
Hydrocotyle moschata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may
Bloom Colors:
green

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
found in damp, shaded areas