Limnophila chinensis (Osbeck) Merr.
| Etymology | Genus | Limnee (pond) and philos (friend), referring to the plant's natural habitat |
|---|---|---|
| Species | From China | |
| Family | Plantaginaceae | |
| Synonyms | Columnea chinensis Osbeck | |
| Common Names | Chinese Marshweed | |
| Status | Cryptogenic | |
| Form | Herb | |
| Native Distribution | Tropical & Subtropical Asia to Northern Australia | |
Diagnostics:
A small but upright herb that grows in wet fields or near water bodies. The leave are serrated, the stems are reddish, and the whole body is covered with white hairs. The flowers can come in a range of purple, blue, red or white.
Interesting Facts:
The leaves are used in Vietnamese cuisine to flavour sweet and sour dishes and soups (Kaw & Leo, 2018)
Growing at MacRitchie Reservoir, near water body (2026).
Showing white hairs.
Flower.
References
Kaw, J. B., & Neo, L. (2018). Wayside flowers of Singapore. Straits Times Press.
Author: Siyang
Posted: 2026-02-16
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