Hydrocharis laevigata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laevigata
ID:
1414562
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Byng & Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 4: 53 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427027
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hydrocharis laevigata (also called Smooth hydrocharis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is found in wetlands, ponds, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hydrocharis laevigata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for fish and other aquatic animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Hydrocharis laevigata has small, yellow flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are thin with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hydrocharis laevigata is a tropical evergreen aquatic plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It is easily propagated by seed and can be cultivated in a variety of aquatic environments. It prefers shallow, still waters with a pH of 6.0-7.5. It is tolerant of drought and can withstand some shade.
Where to Find Hydrocharis laevigata
Hydrocharis laevigata is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Hydrocharis laevigata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydrocharis laevigata?
Hydrocharis laevigata
What are the common names of Hydrocharis laevigata?
Mountain waterweed, mountain ebony
What is the natural habitat of Hydrocharis laevigata?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Hydrocharis genus
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
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77182334-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.