Aponogeton elongatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elongatus
ID:
761609
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 7: 188 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760942
Common Names
- Elongated Aponogeton
- Elongated Aponogeton Plant
- Elongated Aponogeton Flower
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Aponogeton elongatus (also called Elongated 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 elongatus 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aponogeton elongatus sub. elongatusAponogeton elongatus sub. fluitans Hellq. & S.W.L.Jacobs
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aponogeton elongatus 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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Aponogeton elongatus 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 elongatus
Aponogeton elongatus can be found in the rivers and streams of South Africa.
Aponogeton elongatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aponogeton elongatus?
Aponogeton elongatus
What is the natural habitat of Aponogeton elongatus?
It is found in shallow streams and ponds in tropical Africa.
What are the care requirements of Aponogeton elongatus?
It prefers a temperature range of 72-82°F, pH of 6.5-7.5, and a water hardness of 5-15 dGH.
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,
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:602851-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.