Description
Isoetes stellenbossiensis (also called Stellenbosch Quillwort, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen, aquatic plant. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in shallow water, such as lakes, ponds, and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Isoetes stellenbossiensis is used as an ornamental plant in water gardens and aquatic landscapes. It is also used as a food source for fish, birds, and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Isoetes stellenbossiensis is a small, greenish-yellow spike, with the seed being a small, dark brown spore. The seedlings are small, greenish-yellow, and have a single, long, thin leaf.
Where to Find Isoetes stellenbossiensis
Isoetes stellenbossiensis can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and shallow ponds in the western United States and Canada.