Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Species:
lunata
ID:
915071

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.D.Preston & Uotila

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 46: 217 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914406



Common Names

  • Sagittaria lunata
  • Arrowhead
  • Duck Potato


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Description

Sagittaria lunata (also called Arrowhead, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Alismataceae. It is native to North America. It grows in shallow water and wet soils.

Uses & Benefits

Sagittaria lunata is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sagittaria lunata has white flowers with three petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sagittaria lunata is a small aquatic plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist soil and full sun. It needs regular watering and fertilizing to maintain its health. Pruning is also recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Sagittaria lunata

Sagittaria lunata is native to North America and can be found in the wetlands of the continent.

Sagittaria lunata FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Sagittaria lunata?

Sagittaria lunata prefers temperatures between 18-22°C (65-72°F)

What is the ideal humidity for Sagittaria lunata?

Sagittaria lunata prefers a humidity level of around 50-60%

What is the ideal light level for Sagittaria lunata?

Sagittaria lunata prefers bright, indirect light

Species in the Sagittaria genus

Sagittaria chapmanii, Sagittaria cuneata, Sagittaria demersa, Sagittaria cristata, Sagittaria aginashi, Sagittaria ambigua, Sagittaria australis, Sagittaria brevirostra, Sagittaria engelmanniana, Sagittaria isoetiformis, Sagittaria kurziana, Sagittaria lancifolia, Sagittaria latifolia, Sagittaria longiloba, Sagittaria macrocarpa, Sagittaria macrophylla, Sagittaria fasciculata, Sagittaria filiformis, Sagittaria graminea, Sagittaria guayanensis, Sagittaria intermedia, Sagittaria platyphylla, Sagittaria potamogetifolia, Sagittaria pygmaea, Sagittaria rhombifolia, Sagittaria montevidensis, Sagittaria planitiana, Sagittaria papillosa, Sagittaria trifolia, Sagittaria teres, Sagittaria sagittifolia, Sagittaria subulata, Sagittaria sprucei, Sagittaria rigida, Sagittaria lichuanensis, Sagittaria secundifolia, Sagittaria tengtsungensis, Sagittaria sanfordii, Sagittaria natans, Sagittaria lunata,

Species in the Alismataceae family

Albidella nymphaeifolia, Albidella acanthocarpa, Albidella glandulosa, Albidella oligococca, Alisma bjorkqvistii, Alisma canaliculatum, Alisma gramineum, Alisma juzepczukii, Alisma lanceolatum, Alisma nanum, Alisma plantago-aquatica, Alisma rhicnocarpum, Alisma subcordatum, Alisma triviale, Alisma wahlenbergii, Alisma praecox, Alisma rariflorum, Alisma bjoerkqvistii, Astonia australiensis, Baldellia alpestris, Baldellia ranunculoides, Baldellia repens, Burnatia enneandra, Butomopsis latifolia, Caldesia grandis, Caldesia parnassifolia, Caldesia janaki-ammaliae, Caldesia plantago-aquatica, Damasonium alisma, Damasonium bourgaei, Damasonium californicum, Damasonium constrictum, Damasonium minus, Damasonium polyspermum, Echinodorus berteroi, Helanthium tenellum, Helanthium bolivianum, Helanthium zombiense, Hydrocleys martii, Hydrocleys mattogrossensis, Hydrocleys modesta, Hydrocleys nymphoides, Hydrocleys parviflora, Limnocharis laforestii, Limnocharis flava, Limnophyton obtusifolium, Limnophyton fluitans, Limnophyton angolense, Luronium natans, Ranalisma rostrata,

References

Pertti Johannes Uotila (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Uotila' in the authors string.
Christopher David Preston (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Preston' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77100830-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.