Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
ikenoi
ID:
541498

Status:
valid

Authors:
Makino

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Ill. Fl. Japan 1(10): 1 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540830



Common Names

  • Ikenoi Apodicarpum
  • Ikeno's Apodicarpum
  • Ikeno's Leafless Apodicarpum


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Synonyms

  • Apium ikenoi Drude [unknown]

Description

Apodicarpum ikenoi (also called Ikeno's Water-starwort, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant found in shallow, still or slow-moving waters. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It typically grows in the mud of ponds, lakes, and slow-moving rivers, and can also be found in brackish waters.

Uses & Benefits

Apodicarpum ikenoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower and is known to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Apodicarpum ikenoi are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apodicarpum ikenoi is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Apodicarpum ikenoi

Apodicarpum ikenoi can be found in Japan, Korea, and China.

Apodicarpum ikenoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apodicarpum ikenoi?

Apodicarpum ikenoi

What is the family of Apodicarpum ikenoi?

Asteraceae

Where is Apodicarpum ikenoi native to?

Japan

Species in the Apodicarpum genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

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