What is Hottonia?

Hottonia is a water plant that consists of only two types, hottonia palustris and hottonia inflata . The second variety lives in slowly moving streams, swamps and marshes of the Eastern and Southern USA, while h. Palustris can be found in European and Asian wetlands. It belongs to Primrose or pricingae , the family of plants and are listed as endangered or endangered in most of their native areas. The more common names of these plants are Featherfoil and Water Violet.

Hottonia inflata is often grown more for its soft, gloomy leaves than on its flowers. It has unusual thick stems that produce small white flowers in the summer. While the roots and the bottom of this plant grow in water, the upper 2 to 6 inches (5 to 15 cm) grow above the water. As a result, these water plants are an attractive choice for water gardens.

Hottonia palustris looks similar to his American cousin, but the more but other leaves growth in tBoiling snowflakes and intensely bright purple flowers. It also grows much higher, often reaches 20 inches (51 cm) or more. The whole plant is immersed in water and often thrives in water gardens, where in dense growth hides insects such as dragonflies and beetles. They are a beautiful accessory to aquariums where the charming movement of these plants can be appreciated.

While beautiful, these types of plants can be difficult to grow. They must have strong, direct light and cold water to live and require nitrate and phosphorus. Without them, plants are immortalized or darkened and eventually die. The lack of very bright light also kills these plants because they cannot tolerate even a small amount of shadow. If the conditions are optimal, these plants are fast growers who require pruning to keep them under control.

While Hottonia can be successfully grown from seed, it seems that the measure of germination is verydiffers. The seeds also do not stand out in stagnant water as with planting in wet soil. However, seedlings will live directly in the water and often float on the surface for several weeks. Transplantation well roots in spring or summer; Slices will often be rooted when they are immediately placed in water or planted in the mud.

Hottonia palustris is a popular alternative medicine and said it improves confidence and assertiveness in regular use. It is assumed that they help those who are shy and downloaded and help them be more outgoing and positive. This flower medicine is taken in the form of tablet, powder or tincture and can be found in many healthy nutrition and online stores.