Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
aquaticum
ID:
374178

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Verdc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 28: 36 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000373510

Common Names

  • Myriophyllum aquaticum
  • Common Water Milfoil
  • Common Parrot Feather

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Synonyms

  • Myriophyllum brasiliense Cambess. [unknown]
  • Enydria aquatica Vell. [unknown]
  • Myriophyllum proserpinacoides Gillies ex Hook. & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Myriophyllum aquaticum (also called Common Water Milfoil, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to Europe and Asia. It has finely divided leaves and grows in shallow water in ponds, lakes and slow-moving streams.

Uses & Benefits

Myriophyllum aquaticum is used as an ornamental plant, for water purification, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myriophyllum aquaticum is small and white, with four petals. The seeds are tiny, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, thin, light green stem with small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myriophyllum aquaticum is a perennial aquatic plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a fast-growing plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate partial shade. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires regular watering. It can be propagated by division or by seed and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Myriophyllum aquaticum

Myriophyllum aquaticum is native to North America and can be found in shallow water areas.

Myriophyllum aquaticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myriophyllum aquaticum?

Myriophyllum aquaticum

What is the common name of Myriophyllum aquaticum?

Parrotfeather Watermilfoil

What is the natural habitat of Myriophyllum aquaticum?

Freshwater ponds, lakes, and streams

Species in the Myriophyllum genus

Myriophyllum indicum, Myriophyllum limnophilum, Myriophyllum intermedium, Myriophyllum lapidicola, Myriophyllum lophatum, Myriophyllum latifolium, Myriophyllum petraeum, Myriophyllum pinnatum, Myriophyllum pygmaeum, Myriophyllum quitense, Myriophyllum robustum, Myriophyllum mattogrossense, Myriophyllum muricatum, Myriophyllum pedunculatum, Myriophyllum oliganthum, Myriophyllum papillosum, Myriophyllum muelleri, Myriophyllum alterniflorum, Myriophyllum alpinum, Myriophyllum amphibium, Myriophyllum aquaticum, Myriophyllum artesium, Myriophyllum integrifolium, Myriophyllum filiforme, Myriophyllum austropygmaeum, Myriophyllum gracile, Myriophyllum echinatum, Myriophyllum heterophyllum, Myriophyllum hippuroides, Myriophyllum humile, Myriophyllum implicatum, Myriophyllum glomeratum, Myriophyllum costatum, Myriophyllum bonii, Myriophyllum coronatum, Myriophyllum crispatum, Myriophyllum decussatum, Myriophyllum drummondii, Myriophyllum verticillatum, Myriophyllum trachycarpum, Myriophyllum triphyllum, Myriophyllum ussuriense, Myriophyllum verrucosum, Myriophyllum votschii, Myriophyllum spicatum, Myriophyllum siamense, Myriophyllum simulans, Myriophyllum sparsiflorum, Myriophyllum tillaeoides, Myriophyllum striatum,

Species in the Haloragaceae family

Glischrocaryon angustifolium, Glischrocaryon aureum, Glischrocaryon behrii, Glischrocaryon flavescens, Glischrocaryon roei, Glischrocaryon glandulosum, Glischrocaryon monospermum, Glischrocaryon gibsonii, Glischrocaryon racemosum, Glischrocaryon baeuerlenii, Glischrocaryon lucasii, Gonocarpus acanthocarpus, Gonocarpus aggregatus, Gonocarpus benthamii, Gonocarpus chinensis, Gonocarpus confertifolius, Gonocarpus cordiger, Gonocarpus diffusus, Gonocarpus effusus, Gonocarpus elatus, Gonocarpus ephemerus, Gonocarpus eremophilus, Gonocarpus ericifolius, Gonocarpus halconensis, Gonocarpus hirtus, Gonocarpus hispidus, Gonocarpus humilis, Gonocarpus implexus, Gonocarpus incanus, Gonocarpus intricatus, Gonocarpus leptothecus, Gonocarpus longifolius, Gonocarpus mezianus, Gonocarpus micranthus, Gonocarpus montanus, Gonocarpus nodulosus, Gonocarpus oreophilus, Gonocarpus paniculatus, Gonocarpus philippinensis, Gonocarpus pithyoides, Gonocarpus pusillus, Gonocarpus pycnostachyus, Gonocarpus rudis, Gonocarpus salsoloides, Gonocarpus sanguineus, Gonocarpus scordioides, Gonocarpus serpyllifolius, Gonocarpus simplex, Gonocarpus tetragynus, Gonocarpus teucrioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2366570: Based on the initial data import
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.