Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
elongata
ID:
434168

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Kuntze

Source:
ksu

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 497 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433500



Common Names

  • Staurogyne elongata
  • Elongated False Foxglove
  • Elongated False Snapdragon


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Synonyms

  • Erythracanthus elongatus Nees [unknown]

Description

Staurogyne elongata (also called Water Fern, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic fern native to South America. It is a small, aquatic fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that are up to 15 cm long. It grows in shallow water and on muddy banks in rivers, streams, and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Staurogyne elongata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Staurogyne elongata is a white star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and have a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Staurogyne elongata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of dry conditions and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Staurogyne elongata

Staurogyne elongata is native to the tropical forests of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Staurogyne elongata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Staurogyne elongata?

Staurogyne elongata

What is the common name of Staurogyne elongata?

Elongate Staurogyne

What is the family of Staurogyne elongata?

Acanthaceae

Species in the Staurogyne genus

Staurogyne elegans, Staurogyne elongata, Staurogyne euryphylla, Staurogyne expansa, Staurogyne filipes, Staurogyne ciliata, Staurogyne comosa, Staurogyne condensata, Staurogyne dispar, Staurogyne cuneata, Staurogyne dasyphylla, Staurogyne densifolia, Staurogyne gracilis, Staurogyne coriacea, Staurogyne glutinosa, Staurogyne inaequalis, Staurogyne incana, Staurogyne itatiaiae, Staurogyne grandiflora, Staurogyne griffithiana, Staurogyne havilandii, Staurogyne helferi, Staurogyne humifusa, Staurogyne citrina, Staurogyne bullata, Staurogyne bella, Staurogyne burbidgei, Staurogyne cambodiana, Staurogyne capillipes, Staurogyne brevicaulis, Staurogyne aristata, Staurogyne amboinica, Staurogyne amoena, Staurogyne anomala, Staurogyne arcuata, Staurogyne beddomei, Staurogyne batuensis, Staurogyne athroantha, Staurogyne atropurpurea, Staurogyne axillaris, Staurogyne balansae, Staurogyne argentea, Staurogyne jaherii, Staurogyne spraguei, Staurogyne trinitensia, Staurogyne subcordata, Staurogyne spatulata, Staurogyne subglabra, Staurogyne subrosulata, Staurogyne sundana,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:55236-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.