Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
potamogeton
ID:
771437

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bertero) Espinosa

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Revista Chilena Hist. Nat. 31: 150 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770770

Common Names

  • Potamogeton Waterweed
  • Potamogeton Waterweed
  • Potamogeton Waterweed

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Description

Elodea potamogeton (also called 'River Waterweed' or 'River Elodea', among many other common names) is a submerged aquatic plant with thin, thread-like leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in slow-moving or still waters, such as rivers, streams, and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Elodea potamogeton is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and ponds, and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elodea potamogeton has small white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elodea potamogeton can be propagated from cuttings or division. It prefers moist soil and partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Elodea potamogeton

Elodea potamogeton is native to South America and can be found in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.

Elodea potamogeton FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elodea potamogeton?

Elodea potamogeton

What is the common name of Elodea potamogeton?

River Waterweed

What is the natural habitat of Elodea potamogeton?

Freshwater ponds, lakes, and slow-moving 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