Status:
valid
Authors:
Buchenau
Source:
iopi
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Ber. Deutsch. Bot. Ges. 19: 160 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778234
Common Names
- Marsippospermum reichei
- Reiche's Marshwort
- Reichei Marshwort
Description
Marsippospermum reichei (also called Reiche's Water-moss, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to South America. It has a creeping rhizome and long, slender stems with small, ovate leaves. It grows in shallow water, often in slow-moving streams or ponds.
Uses & Benefits
Marsippospermum reichei is a species of aquatic plant in the family Marsippospermaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in ponds and aquariums, and is also used to help filter water.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Marsippospermum reichei has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed per flower. The seedlings have a single, upright leaf and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Marsippospermum reichei can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers and requires regular watering.
Where to Find Marsippospermum reichei
Marsippospermum reichei is native to the Canary Islands and Madeira.
Marsippospermum reichei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Marsippospermum reichei?
Marsippospermum reichei
What is the common name of Marsippospermum reichei?
Reiche's Water-milfoil
What type of plant is Marsippospermum reichei?
Perennial herb
Species in the Marsippospermum genus
Species in the Juncaceae family
Distichia acicularis,
Distichia filamentosa,
Distichia muscoides,
Juncus maroccanus,
Juncus acuminatus,
Juncus acutiflorus,
Juncus acutus,
Juncus aemulans,
Juncus alatus,
Juncus alexandri,
Juncus allioides,
Juncus alpigenus,
Juncus alpinoarticulatus,
Juncus amabilis,
Juncus amplifolius,
Juncus amuricus,
Juncus anatolicus,
Juncus anceps,
Juncus andersonii,
Juncus antarcticus,
Juncus anthelatus,
Juncus arcticus,
Juncus aridicola,
Juncus articulatus,
Juncus astreptus,
Juncus atratus,
Juncus australis,
Juncus balticus,
Juncus bassianus,
Juncus benghalensis,
Juncus beringensis,
Juncus biflorus,
Juncus biglumis,
Juncus biglumoides,
Juncus bolanderi,
Juncus brachycarpus,
Juncus brachycephalus,
Juncus brachyphyllus,
Juncus brachyspathus,
Juncus brachystigma,
Juncus brasiliensis,
Juncus brevibracteus,
Juncus breviculmis,
Juncus breweri,
Juncus bryoides,
Juncus bryophilus,
Juncus bufonius,
Juncus bulbosus,
Juncus burkartii,
Juncus caesariensis,