Large Pennywort (Hydrocotyle Pedicellosa) is a perennial aquatic in the Apiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Hydrocotyle pedicellosa is a low-growing aquatic perennial herb known for its creeping, slender succulent stems and distinctive rounded to kidney-shaped leaves.

Large Pennywort

Large Pennywort

Hydrocotyle Pedicellosa

Hydrocotyle pedicellosa is a low-growing aquatic perennial herb known for its creeping, slender succulent stems and distinctive rounded to kidney-shaped leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, silty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, aquatic plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Large Pennywort

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Apiaceae
Genus:Hydrocotyle