Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Gmel.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1791
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 13[bis] : 853 (1791)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392265
Common Names
- Brasenia schreberi
- Schreber's Water-shield
- Schreber's Brasenia
Synonyms
- Brasenia hydropeltis Muhl. [unknown]
- Brasenia nymphoides (L.) Baill. [unknown]
- Brasenia pelta Pers. ex Casp. [unknown]
- Brasenia peltata Pursh [unknown]
- Brasenia purpurea (Michx.) Casp. [unknown]
- Cabomba peltata F.Muell. [unknown]
- Hydropeltis pulla Salisb. [unknown]
- Hydropeltis purpurea Michx. [unknown]
Description
Brasenia schreberi (also called Water Shield, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to North America. It has long, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in shallow ponds and slow-moving streams.
Uses & Benefits
Brasenia schreberi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brasenia schreberi has small, yellow-green flowers with three petals. Its seeds are small, round and dark brown in color. Its seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brasenia schreberi is a hardy, aquatic plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown in a variety of aquatic habitats, from shallow water to deep lakes. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Brasenia schreberi
Brasenia schreberi can be found in the shallow waters of North America.
Brasenia schreberi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brasenia schreberi?
Brasenia schreberi
What is the common name of Brasenia schreberi?
Water Shield
What is the natural habitat of Brasenia schreberi?
Freshwater lakes and ponds
Species in the Brasenia genus
Species in the Cabombaceae family