Status:
valid
Authors:
Shuo Yu & Hartog
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Aquatic Bot. 119: 69 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340704
Common Names
- Chinese Ruppia
- Ruppia
- Ruppia Sinensis
Description
Ruppia sinensis (also called Ruppia sinensis, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to China. It has a rosette of leaves that are green and lanceolate with a toothed margin. It is found in shallow freshwater habitats, such as ponds and lakes.
Uses & Benefits
Ruppia sinensis is used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals. It is also used as an ornamental plant in ponds and aquariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ruppia sinensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ruppia sinensis is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. They should be kept in a warm and humid environment with temperatures between 18-25°C. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Ruppia sinensis
Ruppia sinensis is native to China and can be found in the Yangtze River.
Species in the Ruppia genus
Ruppia tuberosa,
Ruppia polycarpa,
Ruppia megacarpa,
Ruppia filifolia,
Ruppia cirrhosa,
Ruppia didyma,
Ruppia drepanensis,
Ruppia maritima,
Ruppia bicarpa,
Ruppia brevipedunculata,
Ruppia sinensis,
Species in the Ruppiaceae family
Ruppia tuberosa,
Ruppia polycarpa,
Ruppia megacarpa,
Ruppia filifolia,
Ruppia cirrhosa,
Ruppia didyma,
Ruppia drepanensis,
Ruppia maritima,
Ruppia bicarpa,
Ruppia brevipedunculata,
Ruppia sinensis,
References
Shuo Yu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shuo Yu' in the authors string.