Description
🌿 Pennywort (Centella asiatica)
Also known as: Gotu kola, Indian pennywort, water pennywort
A charming aquatic or semi-aquatic herb with small, round, glossy leaves and a gentle, creeping growth habit. Whether floating in a pond or carpeting a terrarium, pennywort brings fresh greenery and benefits to every setup.
✅ Quick Overview
Feature Details
Plant Type Creeping aquatic/herbaceous perennialÂ
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Leaf Shape Fan-shaped, scalloped edges on long petioles
Height/Spread Grows ~8–10 cm tall; will spread easily across water or soil
Light Full to part shade (indoors or bright shade outdoors)
Water & Humidity Thrives in moist conditions or shallow water; avoid hard water
Temperature Ideal 20–30 °C (68–86 °F); hardy to zone 7–10
Growth Rate Moderate to fast via creeping stolons
Uses Decorative aquaria, ponds, terrariums; edible & medicinal honey herb
🌱 Why You’ll Love It
Versatile & Hardy: Thrives in water or moist soil—great in bowls, tanks, or boggy edges.Â
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Fast Spread: Quickly covers surfaces, acting as a natural groundcover or mid-layer filler.Â
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Eco-Friendly Benefits: Helps oxygenate water and provides shade for aquatic life.
Health & Culinary: Known for traditional medicinal uses and edible leaves (tea, salad, porridge).Â
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📚 Care Tips
Light: Bright, indirect light (8–12 hrs/day); avoid harsh sun.Â
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Water: Keep consistently moist or partially submerged; prefer filtered or soft water.Â
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Soil/Substrate: Works in sandy to loamy soil or nutrient-rich aquatic beds.
Propagation: Easily by cuttings or runners—just place stems on water or damp substrate.
Maintenance: Trim regularly to prevent overcrowding or invasive spread.
🎯 Perfect For…
Aquascapers needing foreground or floating plant
Terrarium enthusiasts seeking lush groundcover
Edible herb lovers and traditional medicine users
Pond keepers who want natural filtration and greenery
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