Elatine ojibwayensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ojibwayensis
ID:
507761
Status:
valid
Authors:
Garneau
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Canad. J. Bot. 84: 1040 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507093
Common Names
- Elatine ojibwayensis
- Ojibwayensis Elatine
- Ojibwayensis Waterwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Elatine ojibwayensis (also called 'Ojibwa Waterwort', among many other common names) is an annual aquatic plant native to North America. It has small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is usually found in shallow, still water.
Uses & Benefits
Elatine ojibwayensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elatine ojibwayensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Elatine ojibwayensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Elatine ojibwayensis
Elatine ojibwayensis is native to North America and can be found in shallow water.
Elatine ojibwayensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatine ojibwayensis?
Elatine ojibwayensis
What is the common name of Elatine ojibwayensis?
Unknown
Where is Elatine ojibwayensis native to?
North America
Species in the Elatine genus
Elatine ojibwayensis, Elatine alsinastrum, Elatine ambigua, Elatine americana, Elatine brachysperma, Elatine brochonii, Elatine californica, Elatine camphylosperma, Elatine chilensis, Elatine ecuadoriensis, Elatine fassettiana, Elatine fauquei, Elatine glaziovii, Elatine gratioloides, Elatine heterandra, Elatine hexandra, Elatine hungarica, Elatine hydropiper, Elatine lindbergii, Elatine lorentziana, Elatine macrocalyx, Elatine macropoda, Elatine madagascariensis, Elatine major, Elatine minima, Elatine paramoana, Elatine peruviana, Elatine rubella, Elatine spathulata, Elatine triandra, Elatine rotundifolia, Elatine gussonei,
Species in the Elatinaceae family
Bergia aestivosa, Bergia ammannioides, Bergia anagalloides, Bergia arenaroides, Bergia auriculata, Bergia barklyana, Bergia capensis, Bergia decumbens, Bergia diacheiron, Bergia erecta, Bergia glomerata, Bergia glutinosa, Bergia guineensis, Bergia henshallii, Bergia mairei, Bergia mossambicensis, Bergia occultipetala, Bergia pedicellaris, Bergia pentheriana, Bergia perennis, Bergia polyantha, Bergia pusilla, Bergia salaria, Bergia serrata, Bergia sessiliflora, Bergia spathulata, Bergia suffruticosa, Bergia texana, Bergia trimera, Bergia anagalloides, Bergia ammannioides, Elatine ojibwayensis, Elatine alsinastrum, Elatine ambigua, Elatine americana, Elatine brachysperma, Elatine brochonii, Elatine californica, Elatine camphylosperma, Elatine chilensis, Elatine ecuadoriensis, Elatine fassettiana, Elatine fauquei, Elatine glaziovii, Elatine gratioloides, Elatine heterandra, Elatine hexandra, Elatine hungarica, Elatine hydropiper, Elatine lindbergii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2604265: Based on the initial data import
Michelle Garneau (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garneau' in the authors string.