Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
filiforme
ID:
374188

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 2: 489 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000373520



Common Names

  • Myriophyllum filiforme
  • Thread-leaved Water Milfoil
  • Thread-leaved Parrot Feather


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Description

Myriophyllum filiforme (also called Thread-Leaved Water Milfoil, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to North America. It has finely divided leaves and grows in shallow water in ponds, lakes and slow-moving streams.

Uses & Benefits

Myriophyllum filiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myriophyllum filiforme is small and white, with four petals. The seeds are tiny, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, thin, light green stem with small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myriophyllum filiforme is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding.

Where to Find Myriophyllum filiforme

Myriophyllum filiforme is native to North America and can be found in shallow water areas.

Myriophyllum filiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myriophyllum filiforme?

Myriophyllum filiforme

What is the common name of Myriophyllum filiforme?

Threadleaf Watermilfoil

What is the natural habitat of Myriophyllum filiforme?

Freshwater ponds, lakes, and streams

Species in the Myriophyllum genus

Myriophyllum indicum, Myriophyllum limnophilum, Myriophyllum intermedium, Myriophyllum lapidicola, Myriophyllum lophatum, Myriophyllum latifolium, Myriophyllum petraeum, Myriophyllum pinnatum, Myriophyllum pygmaeum, Myriophyllum quitense, Myriophyllum robustum, Myriophyllum mattogrossense, Myriophyllum muricatum, Myriophyllum pedunculatum, Myriophyllum oliganthum, Myriophyllum papillosum, Myriophyllum muelleri, Myriophyllum alterniflorum, Myriophyllum alpinum, Myriophyllum amphibium, Myriophyllum aquaticum, Myriophyllum artesium, Myriophyllum integrifolium, Myriophyllum filiforme, Myriophyllum austropygmaeum, Myriophyllum gracile, Myriophyllum echinatum, Myriophyllum heterophyllum, Myriophyllum hippuroides, Myriophyllum humile, Myriophyllum implicatum, Myriophyllum glomeratum, Myriophyllum costatum, Myriophyllum bonii, Myriophyllum coronatum, Myriophyllum crispatum, Myriophyllum decussatum, Myriophyllum drummondii, Myriophyllum verticillatum, Myriophyllum trachycarpum, Myriophyllum triphyllum, Myriophyllum ussuriense, Myriophyllum verrucosum, Myriophyllum votschii, Myriophyllum spicatum, Myriophyllum siamense, Myriophyllum simulans, Myriophyllum sparsiflorum, Myriophyllum tillaeoides, Myriophyllum striatum,

Species in the Haloragaceae family

Glischrocaryon angustifolium, Glischrocaryon aureum, Glischrocaryon behrii, Glischrocaryon flavescens, Glischrocaryon roei, Glischrocaryon glandulosum, Glischrocaryon monospermum, Glischrocaryon gibsonii, Glischrocaryon racemosum, Glischrocaryon baeuerlenii, Glischrocaryon lucasii, Gonocarpus acanthocarpus, Gonocarpus aggregatus, Gonocarpus benthamii, Gonocarpus chinensis, Gonocarpus confertifolius, Gonocarpus cordiger, Gonocarpus diffusus, Gonocarpus effusus, Gonocarpus elatus, Gonocarpus ephemerus, Gonocarpus eremophilus, Gonocarpus ericifolius, Gonocarpus halconensis, Gonocarpus hirtus, Gonocarpus hispidus, Gonocarpus humilis, Gonocarpus implexus, Gonocarpus incanus, Gonocarpus intricatus, Gonocarpus leptothecus, Gonocarpus longifolius, Gonocarpus mezianus, Gonocarpus micranthus, Gonocarpus montanus, Gonocarpus nodulosus, Gonocarpus oreophilus, Gonocarpus paniculatus, Gonocarpus philippinensis, Gonocarpus pithyoides, Gonocarpus pusillus, Gonocarpus pycnostachyus, Gonocarpus rudis, Gonocarpus salsoloides, Gonocarpus sanguineus, Gonocarpus scordioides, Gonocarpus serpyllifolius, Gonocarpus simplex, Gonocarpus tetragynus, Gonocarpus teucrioides,