Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
testudinum
ID:
770816

Status:
valid

Authors:
Banks & Sol. ex K.D.Koenig

Source:
wcs

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (König & Sims) 2: 96 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770149



Common Names

  • Thalassia Testudinum
  • Turtle Thalassia
  • Turtle Grass


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Description

Thalassia testudinum (also called Turtle Grass, among many other common names) is a species of marine seagrass native to the coasts of the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico. It is a perennial plant with long, narrow leaves that grow in dense, underwater meadows. It is found in shallow waters, up to a depth of about 10 meters, and prefers sheltered, sandy or muddy substrates.

Uses & Benefits

Thalassia testudinum is used as an ornamental plant in ponds and aquariums. It is also used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thalassia testudinum has small, white flowers that are clustered together and have four petals. The seed is a small, black, round nutlet. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons and a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thalassia testudinum is a perennial herb native to North America. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be propagated by seed or division. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be placed in a moist medium and kept in a cool location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Thalassia testudinum

Thalassia testudinum is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the Caribbean Sea.

Thalassia testudinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thalassia testudinum?

Thalassia testudinum

What is the common name of Thalassia testudinum?

Turtle grass

What is the distribution of Thalassia testudinum?

Thalassia testudinum is found in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans

Species in the Thalassia 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,

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