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Water primrose

Ludwigia peploides

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Madagascar), Asia (Turkey), Europe (9 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Ludwigia peploides (Water primrose)

Names in Other Languages

French Jussie rampante

German Flutendes Heusenkraut

Similar Species in Ludwigia

Longleaf primrose-willow

Ludwigia longifolia

Not Evaluated

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Linear Leaf Water Primrose

Ludwigia hyssopifolia

Peruvian primrose-willow

winged water-primrose

Ludwigia alternifolia

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Water primrose?

The scientific name of Water primrose is Ludwigia peploides. It belongs to the genus Ludwigia.

Where does Water primrose live?

Water primrose is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Madagascar), Asia (Turkey), Europe (9 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Colombia, Denmark, France, Italy, Madagascar, Netherlands, New Zealand.

What family does Water primrose belong to?

Water primrose (Ludwigia peploides) belongs to the genus Ludwigia, which is part of the taxonomic family Onagraceae.

What kingdom does Water primrose belong to?

Water primrose (Ludwigia peploides) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Water primrose?

The closest relatives of Water primrose in the genus Ludwigia include Hampshire Purslane, Longleaf primrose-willow, Linear Leaf Water Primrose, water-primrose, Peruvian primrose-willow.