Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amphibolus
ID:
45248

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 17: 214 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044577



Common Names

  • Amphibolus Micropus
  • Amphibolus False Sowthistle
  • Amphibolus Micropus


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Description

Micropus amphibolus (also called Waterwort, among many other common names) is a small aquatic plant with floating leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Europe, Asia and North America and is found in shallow, still waters and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Micropus amphibolus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Micropus amphibolus has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micropus amphibolus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn. Division is the easiest and most reliable method of propagation.

Where to Find Micropus amphibolus

Micropus amphibolus is native to the eastern United States.

Micropus amphibolus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micropus amphibolus?

Micropus amphibolus

What type of plant is Micropus amphibolus?

It is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae

Where is Micropus amphibolus found?

It is native to Mexico

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-143120: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.