Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
triflora
ID:
501982

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Seub.) G.Agostini, D.Velásquez & Velásquez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Ernstia 27: 9 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501314

Common Names

  • Pontederia triflora
  • Three-Flowered Pickerel Weed
  • Three-Flowered Pickerel Rush

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Synonyms

  • Reussia triflora Endl. ex Seub. [unknown]

Description

Pontederia triflora (also called Three-flowered pickerelweed, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant in the family Pontederiaceae. It is native to North America, and is found in shallow waters of ponds, lakes, and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Pontederia triflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pontederia triflora is a small, white or pinkish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened and slightly curved seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pontederia triflora is a perennial aquatic plant that can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It can be cultivated in ponds, marshes, and other shallow water bodies. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Pontederia triflora

Pontederia triflora is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Pontederia triflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pontederia triflora?

Pontederia triflora

What is the common name of Pontederia triflora?

Three-Flowered Water-Plantain

What is the natural habitat of Pontederia triflora?

Wetlands and marshes

Species in the Pontederiaceae family

Heteranthera callifolia, Heteranthera dubia, Heteranthera limosa, Heteranthera mexicana, Heteranthera multiflora, Heteranthera oblongifolia, Heteranthera peduncularis, Heteranthera reniformis, Heteranthera rotundifolia, Heteranthera seubertiana, Heteranthera spicata, Heteranthera zosterifolia, Heteranthera lutea, Heteranthera gardneri, Pontederia azurea, Pontederia cordata, Pontederia crassipes, Pontederia hastata, Pontederia natans, Pontederia ovalis, Pontederia paniculata, Pontederia paradoxa, Pontederia parviflora, Pontederia plantaginea, Pontederia rotundifolia, Pontederia sagittata, Pontederia subovata, Pontederia triflora, Pontederia vaginalis, Pontederia meyeri, Pontederia australasica, Pontederia brevipetiolata, Pontederia cyanea, Pontederia valida, Pontederia heterosperma, Pontederia diversifolia, Pontederia korsakowii, Pontederia elata, Pontederia africana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-259514: Based on the initial data import
Moritz August Seubert (1818-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seub.' in the authors string.
Getulio Agostini (1943-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Agostini' in the authors string.
Justiniano Velásquez (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Velásquez' in the authors string.