Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
770087

Status:
valid

Authors:
Casp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Abh. Naturwiss. Vereine Bremen 7: 252 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769420

Common Names

  • Madagascar Lagarosiphon
  • Lagarosiphon madagascariensis
  • Madagascar Lagarosiphon

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Description

Lagarosiphon madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Lagarosiphon, among many other common names) is a small aquatic plant native to the Indo-Pacific region. It has small green leaves that grow in a rosette pattern. It typically grows in shallow, sheltered areas of coral reefs and seagrass beds.

Uses & Benefits

Lagarosiphon madagascariensis 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 madagascariensis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagarosiphon madagascariensis can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes can be divided in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. Division in spring.

Where to Find Lagarosiphon madagascariensis

Lagarosiphon madagascariensis is native to Africa and can be found in wetland areas.

Lagarosiphon madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagarosiphon madagascariensis?

Lagarosiphon madagascariensis

What is the common name of Lagarosiphon madagascariensis?

Lagarosiphon

What is the habitat of Lagarosiphon madagascariensis?

Freshwater ponds, lakes, and 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

Robert Caspary (1818-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Casp.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:431821-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.