Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
canadensis
ID:
667153

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fraser ex Spach

Source:
cmp

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. II, 5: 168 1836

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666485

Common Names

  • Canadian Waterweed
  • Elodea Canadensis
  • Waterweed Elodea

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Description

Elodea canadensis (also called Canadensis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to North America. It has white flowers and grows in moist forests and in areas with high rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Elodea canadensis is used as an aquarium plant to provide oxygen and remove nitrates from the water. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elodea canadensis has small, white flowers that are clustered together in panicles. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elodea canadensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Elodea canadensis

Elodea canadensis can be found in the eastern United States and Canada.

Elodea canadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elodea canadensis?

Elodea canadensis

Where does Elodea canadensis grow?

Elodea canadensis is found in North America and Europe.

What is the natural habitat of Elodea canadensis?

Elodea canadensis grows in fresh water ponds, lakes, and streams.

Species in the Hydrocharitaceae family

Appertiella hexandra, Blyxa aubertii, Blyxa echinosperma, Blyxa hexandra, Blyxa japonica, Blyxa javanica, Blyxa leiosperma, Blyxa novoguineensis, Blyxa octandra, Blyxa quadricostata, Blyxa radicans, Blyxa senegalensis, Blyxa vietii, Blyxa kasaragodensis, Blyxa mangalensis, Elodea canadensis, Elodea bifoliata, Elodea callitrichoides, Elodea canadensis, Elodea densa, Elodea granatensis, Elodea naias, Elodea nuttallii, Elodea potamogeton, Elodea granatensis, Elodea heterostemon, Enhalus acoroides, Halophila australis, Halophila baillonis, Halophila beccarii, Halophila decipiens, Halophila engelmannii, Halophila hawaiiana, Halophila major, Halophila minor, Halophila ovalis, Halophila spinulosa, Halophila stipulacea, Halophila tricostata, Halophila capricorni, Halophila mikii, Halophila nipponica, Halophila okinawensis, Halophila sulawesii, Halophila madagascariensis, Halophila spinulosa, Hydrilla verticillata, Hydrocharis chevalieri, Hydrocharis dubia, Hydrocharis morsus-ranae,

References

Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.
John Fraser (1750-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fraser' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:90075-2: Based on the initial data import