Rotala verticillaris Linnaeus, Mantissa Plantarum Altera: 175. 1771.

"Habitat in India orientali." RCN: 278.

Lectotype (Cook in Boissiera 29): 23. 1979): Herb. Linn. No. 52.1 (LINN) .

Generitype of Rotala Linnaeus.

Current name: Rotala verticillaris L. ( Lythraceae).