Status:
valid
Authors:
Rendle
Source:
wcs
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 30: 381 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769418
Common Names
- Hydrilla-like Lagarosiphon
- Lagarosiphon hydrilloides
- Hydrilla-like Lagarosiphon
Description
Lagarosiphon hydrilloides (also called Hydrilla-like waterweed, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to the Indian Ocean, the western Pacific Ocean, and the western Atlantic Ocean. It has a small, round leaf with a short stem and grows in shallow waters. It is found in intertidal and subtidal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lagarosiphon hydrilloides is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and ponds. It is also used to provide oxygen to the water and to reduce algae growth.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lagarosiphon hydrilloides has small, white flowers with five petals and five stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lagarosiphon hydrilloides can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a moist soil and partial shade. It is best to plant in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Lagarosiphon hydrilloides
Lagarosiphon hydrilloides is native to Africa and can be found in wetland areas.
Lagarosiphon hydrilloides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lagarosiphon hydrilloides?
Lagarosiphon hydrilloides
What is the common name of Lagarosiphon hydrilloides?
Lagarosiphon
What is the habitat of Lagarosiphon hydrilloides?
Freshwater ponds, lakes, and streams
Species in the Lagarosiphon genus
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,