Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
verrucosum
ID:
374228

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
J. Exped. Trop. Australia : 384 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000373560



Common Names

  • Warty Water Milfoil
  • Myriophyllum Verrucosum
  • Verrucose Water Milfoil


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Synonyms

  • Myriophyllum ovatum Schindl. [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Myriophyllum verrucosum is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and ponds, and as a cover crop in agricultural fields.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myriophyllum verrucosum 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 verrucosum is a perennial aquatic plant that is native to temperate regions of the world. It is an easy to grow plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade, but can tolerate full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water regularly and fertilize lightly. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to deadhead spent flowers to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Myriophyllum verrucosum

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

Myriophyllum verrucosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myriophyllum verrucosum?

Myriophyllum verrucosum

What is the common name of Myriophyllum verrucosum?

Warty Water Milfoil

What is the natural habitat of Myriophyllum verrucosum?

It is found in shallow water in lakes, ponds, and rivers.

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,