Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
738623

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engelm.) J.G.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Sagittaria : 55 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000737956



Common Names

  • Sagittaria platyphylla
  • Broad-leaved Sagittaria
  • Broad-leaved Arrowhead


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Synonyms

  • Sagittaria recurva Engelm. ex Patterson [unknown]

Description

Sagittaria platyphylla (also called broad-leaved arrowhead, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a single erect stem and a single flower. It is native to the south-east of the United States and grows in damp areas such as swamps, lake margins and wet heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Sagittaria platyphylla is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin disorders, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sagittaria platyphylla has white flowers with three petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons, which are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sagittaria platyphylla is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Sagittaria platyphylla

Sagittaria platyphylla can be found in the United States.

Sagittaria platyphylla FAQ

What is the common name of Sagittaria platyphylla?

Broad-leaved Arrowhead

What is the flowering season of Sagittaria platyphylla?

Late Spring to Early Summer

What is the habitat of Sagittaria platyphylla?

Swamps and wetland margins

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

George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.
Jared Gage Smith (1866-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:58550-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.