Status:
valid
Authors:
M.G.Liu & K.M.Xie
Source:
wcs
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
J. S. W. Agric. Coll. 1983(4): 56 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313530
Common Names
- Spirodela Sichuanensis
- Sichuan Duckweed
- Szechwan Duckweed
Description
Spirodela sichuanensis (also called 'Sichuan Duckweed', among many other common names) is a floating aquatic plant native to East Asia. It has small green flowers and grows in slow-moving streams and ponds.
Uses & Benefits
Spirodela sichuanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Spirodela sichuanensis is small and white. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Spirodela sichuanensis is a floating aquatic plant native to China. It is hardy to USDA zones 9-11 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Spirodela sichuanensis
Spirodela sichuanensis can be found in shallow, still or slow-moving waters in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Spirodela sichuanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Spirodela sichuanensis?
Spirodela sichuanensis
What is the family of Spirodela sichuanensis?
Lemnaceae
What is the common name of Spirodela sichuanensis?
Sichuanensis
Species in the Spirodela genus
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus,
Adelonema allenii,
Adelonema crinipes,
Adelonema hammelii,
Adelonema kvistii,
Adelonema mofflerianum,
Adelonema orientale,
Adelonema pallidinervium,
Adelonema panamense,
Adelonema peltatum,
Adelonema picturatum,
Adelonema roezlii,
Adelonema speariae,
Adelonema wallisii,
Adelonema wendlandii,
Adelonema yanamonoense,
Aglaodorum griffithii,
Aglaonema brevispathum,
Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae,
Aglaonema cochinchinense,
Aglaonema commutatum,
Aglaonema cordifolium,
Aglaonema costatum,
Aglaonema densinervium,
Aglaonema flemingianum,
Aglaonema hookerianum,
Aglaonema marantifolium,
Aglaonema modestum,
Aglaonema nebulosum,
Aglaonema nitidum,
Aglaonema ovatum,
Aglaonema philippinense,
Aglaonema pictum,
Aglaonema pumilum,
Aglaonema rotunda,
Aglaonema simplex,
Aglaonema tricolor,
Aglaonema vittatum,
Aglaonema robeleynii,
Aglaonema birmanicum,
Aglaonema nicobaricum,
Aglaonema tassae,
Alloschemone inopinata,
Alloschemone occidentalis,
Alocasia megawatiae,
Alocasia chaii,
Alocasia infernalis,
Alocasia nycteris,
Alocasia hypoleuca,
Alocasia jiewhoei,
References
Ming Gang Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Liu' in the authors string.
Kai Ming Xie: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Xie' in the authors string.