Status:
valid
Authors:
Pshenn.
Source:
ksu
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ross. Dal'nego Vostoka : 451 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508051
Common Names
- Trapa kozhevnikoviorum
- Kozhevnikov's Trapa
- Kozhevnikov's Water Chestnut
Description
Trapa kozhevnikoviorum (also called Kozhevnikov's Water Chestnut, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant native to China and Japan. It grows in shallow, fresh water and is often found in ponds, lakes, and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Trapa kozhevnikoviorum is used as an ornamental plant and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trapa kozhevnikoviorum is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trapa kozhevnikoviorum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Trapa kozhevnikoviorum
Trapa kozhevnikoviorum is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Gansu, Qinghai, and Sichuan.
Trapa kozhevnikoviorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trapa kozhevnikoviorum?
Trapa kozhevnikoviorum
What is the common name of Trapa kozhevnikoviorum?
Kozhevnikov's Trapa
Where is Trapa kozhevnikoviorum found?
Trapa kozhevnikoviorum is found in China
Species in the Trapa genus
Species in the Lythraceae family
Adenaria floribunda,
Ammannia aegyptiaca,
Ammannia alternifolia,
Ammannia anagalloides,
Ammannia aspera,
Ammannia auriculata,
Ammannia baccifera,
Ammannia coccinea,
Ammannia cordata,
Ammannia crassicaulis,
Ammannia crinipes,
Ammannia debilis,
Ammannia desertorum,
Ammannia dodecandra,
Ammannia elata,
Ammannia gracilis,
Ammannia latifolia,
Ammannia linearipetala,
Ammannia loandensis,
Ammannia multiflora,
Ammannia myriophylloides,
Ammannia nagpurensis,
Ammannia octandra,
Ammannia passerinoides,
Ammannia prieuriana,
Ammannia prostrata,
Ammannia quadriciliata,
Ammannia robusta,
Ammannia sarcophylla,
Ammannia schaeferi,
Ammannia senegalensis,
Ammannia triflora,
Ammannia uniflora,
Ammannia urceolata,
Ammannia verticillata,
Ammannia wormskioldii,
Ammannia calcicola,
Ammannia heterophylla,
Ammannia pauciramosa,
Ammannia pubescens,
Ammannia praetermissa,
Ammannia andongensis,
Ammannia angolensis,
Ammannia angustifolia,
Ammannia arnhemica,
Ammannia aurita,
Ammannia baumii,
Ammannia bequaertii,
Ammannia brevistyla,
Ammannia burttii,
References
L.M. Pshennikova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pshenn.' in the authors string.