Also known as Water Pennywort · 6 saves

Hydrocotyle

Hydrocotyle, the genus most gardeners know as water pennywort. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.

1 varietiesZones 6–10Shade friendly

The 1 most-saved Hydrocotyle varieties

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Hydrocotyle questions

How many types of Hydrocotyle are there?

The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Hydrocotyle varieties. The most popular — ranked by 6 real gardeners — are shown first above.

What zones does Hydrocotyle grow in?

Across its varieties, Hydrocotyle covers USDA Zones 6–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.

When does Hydrocotyle bloom?

Most Hydrocotyle varieties bloom in late summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.

Which Hydrocotyle should I choose?

Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.

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