Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
heterostemon
ID:
1412403

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Koehler & C.P.Bove) Byng & Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 4: 53 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424868



Common Names

  • Elodea Heterostemon
  • Heterostemon Elodea
  • Elodea


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Description

Elodea heterostemon (also called Heterostemon Elodea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the temperate regions of North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces a single flower with a yellowish-green hue. It is found in wet, temperate forests, growing in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Elodea heterostemon is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Elodea heterostemon flower is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elodea heterostemon is a shrub native to Colombia. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Elodea heterostemon

Elodea heterostemon can be found in the wetlands of North America.

Elodea heterostemon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elodea heterostemon?

Elodea heterostemon

What is the common name of Elodea heterostemon?

Heterostemon Elodea

Where is Elodea heterostemon found?

North America

Species in the Hydrocharitaceae family

Appertiella hexandra, Blyxa aubertii, Blyxa echinosperma, Blyxa hexandra, Blyxa japonica, Blyxa javanica, Blyxa leiosperma, Blyxa novoguineensis, Blyxa octandra, Blyxa quadricostata, Blyxa radicans, Blyxa senegalensis, Blyxa vietii, Blyxa kasaragodensis, Blyxa mangalensis, Elodea canadensis, Elodea bifoliata, Elodea callitrichoides, Elodea canadensis, Elodea densa, Elodea granatensis, Elodea naias, Elodea nuttallii, Elodea potamogeton, Elodea granatensis, Elodea heterostemon, Enhalus acoroides, Halophila australis, Halophila baillonis, Halophila beccarii, Halophila decipiens, Halophila engelmannii, Halophila hawaiiana, Halophila major, Halophila minor, Halophila ovalis, Halophila spinulosa, Halophila stipulacea, Halophila tricostata, Halophila capricorni, Halophila mikii, Halophila nipponica, Halophila okinawensis, Halophila sulawesii, Halophila madagascariensis, Halophila spinulosa, Hydrilla verticillata, Hydrocharis chevalieri, Hydrocharis dubia, Hydrocharis morsus-ranae,

References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Claudia Petean Bove (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.P.Bove' in the authors string.
Samantha Koehler (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Koehler' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77182912-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.