Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
nuttallii
ID:
771429

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Planch.) H.St.John

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 22: 29 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770762



Common Names

  • Elodea nuttallii
  • Nuttallii Waterweed
  • Nuttallii Elodea


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Description

Elodea nuttallii (also called Nuttall's Elodea, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to North America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, aquatic habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Elodea nuttallii is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and ponds, and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elodea nuttallii has small white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elodea nuttallii is a hardy aquatic plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes or by planting cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and should be planted in a container with a depth of at least 6 inches. It can be grown in both fresh and saltwater aquariums.

Where to Find Elodea nuttallii

Elodea nuttallii is native to North America and can be found in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.

Elodea nuttallii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elodea nuttallii?

Elodea nuttallii

What is the common name of Elodea nuttallii?

Nuttall's Waterweed

What is the natural habitat of Elodea nuttallii?

Freshwater ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams

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

Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:90089-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.