Mexican primrose-willow (Ludwigia octovalvis, Kew Bull. 15: 476 (1961 publ. 1962))

Family: Onagraceae

Author: (Jacq.) P.H.Raven

Bibliography: Kew Bull. 15: 476 (1961 publ. 1962)

Year: 1962

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Ludwigia

Vegetable: Unknown

Observations: Tropics & Subtropics

Description

Mexican primrose-willow, scientifically known as Ludwigia octovalvis, is a fascinating plant predominantly found in tropical and subtropical regions. This vibrant and resilient species belongs to the Onagraceae family, which is known for its diverse range of flowering plants.

Ludwigia octovalvis is characterized by its lush growth and distinct flowers, which add a touch of elegance to the regions they inhabit. The plant has garnered attention due to its adaptability and ecological significance, often thriving in diverse environmental conditions. This adaptability ensures the plant’s presence in a variety of landscapes, from wetlands to ponds and drainage systems.

The botanical history of the Mexican primrose-willow was comprehensively documented in 1961, with publication in the subsequent year, 1962, in the Kew Bulletin. The authoritative work was carried out by the botanist P.H. Raven, with its initial classification attributed to Jacquin. This meticulous documentation has provided a detailed understanding of the plant’s botanical characteristics and its role within the ecosystem.

Mexican primrose-willow is valued not only for its resilience but also for its role in maintaining the ecological balance of wetland areas. Its presence contributes to the stabilization of soil and the prevention of erosion, making it an important plant for conservation efforts. Furthermore, its role in providing habitat and food for various wildlife species underscores its ecological value.

In conclusion, Ludwigia octovalvis is a remarkable species with significant ecological importance and adaptability. Its widespread presence in the tropics and subtropics highlights its resilience and ability to thrive in varying conditions, making it a plant of considerable interest to botanists and ecologists alike.

Common Names

Eng: mexican primrose-willow, narrow-leaf water-primrose, seedbox, water-primrose, willow primrose
Run: ibindawe
En: Mexican primrose-willow, Narrow-leaf water-primrose, Seedbox, Water-primrose, Willow primrose, Primrose willow
Ja: キダチキンバイ
Rn: Ibindawe
To: Loaano

Synonyms

• Jussiaea octovalvis ((Jacq.) Sw.)
• Oenothera octovalvis (Jacq.)

Distribution

• Alabama (native)
• Angola (native)
• Argentina Northeast (native)
• Assam (native)
• Bahamas (native)
• Bangladesh (native)
• Belize (native)
• Benin (native)
• Bismarck Archipelago (native)
• Bolivia (native)
• Borneo (native)
• Brazil North (native)
• Brazil Northeast (native)
• Brazil South (native)
• Brazil Southeast (native)
• Brazil West-Central (native)
• Burkina (native)
• Cambodia (native)
• Cameroon (native)
• Cape Verde (native)
• Caroline Is. (native)
• Cayman Is. (native)
• Chad (native)
• Chile North (native)
• China South-Central (native)
• China Southeast (native)
• Colombia (native)
• Congo (native)
• Costa Rica (native)
• Cuba (native)
• Dominican Republic (native)
• Ecuador (native)
• El Salvador (native)
• Eritrea (native)
• Ethiopia (native)
• Fiji (native)
• Florida (native)
• French Guiana (native)
• Gabon (native)
• Gambia (native)
• Georgia (native)
• Ghana (native)
• Guatemala (native)
• Guinea (native)
• Guinea-Bissau (native)
• Guyana (native)
• Hainan (native)
• Haiti (native)
• Honduras (native)
• Ivory Coast (native)
• Jamaica (native)
• Japan (native)
• Jawa (native)
• Kenya (native)
• KwaZulu-Natal (native)
• Laos (native)
• Leeward Is. (native)
• Lesser Sunda Is. (native)
• Liberia (native)
• Louisiana (native)
• Madagascar (native)
• Malawi (native)
• Malaya (native)
• Mali (native)
• Maluku (native)
• Marianas (native)
• Marshall Is. (native)
• Mauritius (native)
• Mexico Central (native)
• Mexico Gulf (native)
• Mexico Northeast (native)
• Mexico Northwest (native)
• Mexico Southeast (native)
• Mexico Southwest (native)
• Mississippi (native)
• Mozambique (native)
• Myanmar (native)
• Nansei-shoto (native)
• Nepal (native)
• Netherlands Antilles (native)
• New Guinea (native)
• New South Wales (native)
• Nicaragua (native)
• Niger (native)
• Nigeria (native)
• North Carolina (native)
• Northern Territory (native)
• Panamá (native)
• Paraguay (native)
• Peru (native)
• Philippines (native)
• Puerto Rico (native)
• Queensland (native)
• Rodrigues (native)
• Réunion (native)
• Saudi Arabia (native)
• Senegal (native)
• Seychelles (native)
• Sierra Leone (native)
• Solomon Is. (native)
• South Carolina (native)
• Sri Lanka (native)
• Sudan (native)
• Sulawesi (native)
• Sumatera (native)
• Suriname (native)
• Taiwan (native)
• Tanzania (native)
• Texas (native)
• Thailand (native)
• Tibet (native)
• Togo (native)
• Trinidad-Tobago (native)
• Uganda (native)
• Venezuela (native)
• Venezuelan Antilles (native)
• Vietnam (native)
• Western Australia (native)
• Windward Is. (native)
• Yemen (native)
• Zambia (native)
• Zimbabwe (native)
• Andaman Is. (introduced)
• Botswana (introduced)
• Burundi (introduced)
• Cabinda (introduced)
• Cape Provinces (introduced)
• Central African Repu (introduced)
• Cook Is. (introduced)
• East Himalaya (introduced)
• Gilbert Is. (introduced)
• Gulf of Guinea Is. (introduced)
• Hawaii (introduced)
• India (introduced)
• Line Is. (introduced)
• Marquesas (introduced)
• Namibia (introduced)
• Nauru (introduced)
• Nicobar Is. (introduced)
• Northern Provinces (introduced)
• Ogasawara-shoto (introduced)
• Samoa (introduced)
• Society Is. (introduced)
• Swaziland (introduced)
• Tokelau-Manihiki (introduced)
• Tonga (introduced)
• Tuamotu (introduced)
• Tubuai Is. (introduced)
• Tuvalu (introduced)
• Wallis-Futuna Is. (introduced)
• West Himalaya (introduced)
• Zaïre (introduced)

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Habit

Taken Jul 4, 2022 by Trap Hers (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 22, 2022 by Santiago Maurício (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 2, 2022 by Mélanie Herteman (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 19, 2013 by Thomas Delhotal (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 7, 2021 by AKIHIRO NAGABAYASHI (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Feb 22, 2022 by Antoine Ambard (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 27, 2021 by Shannon Hrib-Murillo (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 19, 2021 by Rocha Meres (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 22, 2021 by Yemmi Liu (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 9, 2020 by Benjamin salvi (cc-by-sa)

Flower

Taken Sep 16, 2020 by tina caspari (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 11, 2020 by Warna Angin (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 14, 2020 by Gonzales Manuel (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 10, 2022 by Estela Oliveira (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 9, 2020 by Benjamin salvi (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Jul 29, 2016 by Nelson Zamora Villalobos (cc-by-nc)

Taken Oct 20, 2017 by Nelson Zamora Villalobos (cc-by-nc)

Taken May 28, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken May 4, 2021 by Shehadi Ramiz (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 13, 2021 by Shehadi Ramiz (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Feb 1, 2022 by Barón Amarís Martha (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 18, 2021 by Hélio Hélio Eduardo Lucas (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 15, 2019 by Mag Dulo (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 18, 2021 by Reis Pereira Arcenio (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 24, 2021 by j g (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:144385-2)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5420987)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Ludwigia octovalvis (Jacq.) P.H.Raven)

Specifications

Growth