Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Species:
distachyos
ID:
761604

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 215 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760937

Common Names

  • Distachyos Aponogeton
  • Distachyos Aponogeton Plant
  • Distachyos Aponogeton Flower

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Description

Aponogeton distachyos (also called Distichous Aponogeton, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to Madagascar. It grows in shallow, slow-moving water and has long, thin leaves. It is often used as an ornamental plant in aquariums.

Uses & Benefits

Aponogeton distachyos is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums, as it is known to produce beautiful white flowers and is relatively easy to care for. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aponogeton distachyos has white flowers with yellowish-green veins and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aponogeton distachyos can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Plant the rhizomes in the substrate with the growing points facing up. Plant the seeds in a shallow tray of moist soil and cover with a thin layer of soil. Keep the soil moist and provide bright light. The seeds should germinate within 10-14 days.

Where to Find Aponogeton distachyos

Aponogeton distachyos can be found in the rivers and streams of South Africa.

Aponogeton distachyos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aponogeton distachyos?

Aponogeton distachyos

What is the common name of Aponogeton distachyos?

Two-spiked Water Lily

What is the natural habitat of Aponogeton distachyos?

Aponogeton distachyos is found in shallow, slow-moving water bodies in Ethiopia and Somalia.

Species in the Aponogeton genus

Aponogeton abyssinicus, Aponogeton afroviolaceus, Aponogeton angustifolius, Aponogeton appendiculatus, Aponogeton azureus, Aponogeton bernerianus, Aponogeton bogneri, Aponogeton boivinianus, Aponogeton bruggenii, Aponogeton bullosus, Aponogeton capuronii, Aponogeton cordatus, Aponogeton crispus, Aponogeton decaryi, Aponogeton desertorum, Aponogeton dioecus, Aponogeton distachyos, Aponogeton eggersii, Aponogeton elongatus, Aponogeton euryspermus, Aponogeton fotianus, Aponogeton hexatepalus, Aponogeton jacobsenii, Aponogeton junceus, Aponogeton kimberleyensis, Aponogeton lakhonensis, Aponogeton lancesmithii, Aponogeton longiplumulosus, Aponogeton loriae, Aponogeton madagascariensis, Aponogeton natalense, Aponogeton natans, Aponogeton nudiflorus, Aponogeton proliferus, Aponogeton queenslandicus, Aponogeton ranunculiflorus, Aponogeton rehmannii, Aponogeton rigidifolius, Aponogeton robinsonii, Aponogeton satarensis, Aponogeton stuhlmannii, Aponogeton subconjugatus, Aponogeton tenuispicatus, Aponogeton troupinii, Aponogeton ulvaceum, Aponogeton undulatus, Aponogeton vallisnerioides, Aponogeton vanbruggenii, Aponogeton viridis, Aponogeton womersleyi,

Species in the Aponogetonaceae family

Aponogeton abyssinicus, Aponogeton afroviolaceus, Aponogeton angustifolius, Aponogeton appendiculatus, Aponogeton azureus, Aponogeton bernerianus, Aponogeton bogneri, Aponogeton boivinianus, Aponogeton bruggenii, Aponogeton bullosus, Aponogeton capuronii, Aponogeton cordatus, Aponogeton crispus, Aponogeton decaryi, Aponogeton desertorum, Aponogeton dioecus, Aponogeton distachyos, Aponogeton eggersii, Aponogeton elongatus, Aponogeton euryspermus, Aponogeton fotianus, Aponogeton hexatepalus, Aponogeton jacobsenii, Aponogeton junceus, Aponogeton kimberleyensis, Aponogeton lakhonensis, Aponogeton lancesmithii, Aponogeton longiplumulosus, Aponogeton loriae, Aponogeton madagascariensis, Aponogeton natalense, Aponogeton natans, Aponogeton nudiflorus, Aponogeton proliferus, Aponogeton queenslandicus, Aponogeton ranunculiflorus, Aponogeton rehmannii, Aponogeton rigidifolius, Aponogeton robinsonii, Aponogeton satarensis, Aponogeton stuhlmannii, Aponogeton subconjugatus, Aponogeton tenuispicatus, Aponogeton troupinii, Aponogeton ulvaceum, Aponogeton undulatus, Aponogeton vallisnerioides, Aponogeton vanbruggenii, Aponogeton viridis, Aponogeton womersleyi,

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