Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
striatocarpum
ID:
1409338

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.D.Barrett, M.L.Moody & R.L.Barrett

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Telopea 19: 210. 2016 [30 Dec 2016] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421803



Common Names

  • Myriophyllum striatocarpum
  • Striate-fruited Water Milfoil
  • Striate-fruited


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Description

Myriophyllum striatocarpum (also called Water Milfoil, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to the Northern Hemisphere. It has thin, whorled leaves and small flowers that grow in clusters. It is found in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams, and prefers shallow, nutrient-rich water.

Uses & Benefits

Myriophyllum striatocarpum is used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myriophyllum striatocarpum has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myriophyllum striatocarpum is an aquatic plant that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in full sun in shallow water. Propagation is usually done by seed, division or cuttings.

Where to Find Myriophyllum striatocarpum

Myriophyllum striatocarpum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Myriophyllum striatocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myriophyllum striatocarpum?

Myriophyllum striatocarpum

What is the common name of Myriophyllum striatocarpum?

Striated Water Milfoil

What is the natural habitat of Myriophyllum striatocarpum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.

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,

References

Matthew David Barrett (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.D.Barrett' in the authors string.
Russell Lindsay Barrett (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Barrett' in the authors string.
Michael L. Moody: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.L.Moody' in the authors string.