Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Species:
morsus-ranae
ID:
770048

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1036 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769381

Common Names

  • Hydrocharis morsus-ranae
  • Frogbit Hydrocharis
  • Frogbit Waterweed

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Description

Hydrocharis morsus-ranae (also called Frogbit, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to Europe. It has long, slender stems and small, white flowers, and grows in shallow, still water.

Uses & Benefits

Hydrocharis morsus-ranae is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydrocharis morsus-ranae is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydrocharis morsus-ranae can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Hydrocharis morsus-ranae

Hydrocharis morsus-ranae can be found in wetlands, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and lakes in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Hydrocharis morsus-ranae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrocharis morsus-ranae?

Hydrocharis morsus-ranae

What type of plant is Hydrocharis morsus-ranae?

Aquatic plant

Where can Hydrocharis morsus-ranae be found?

Europe and North Africa

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