Triglochin calcitrapa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calcitrapa
ID:
770829
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 8: t. 731 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770162
Common Names
- Triglochin Calcitrapa
- Calcitrapa Triglochin
- Calcitrapa Arrow-Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Triglochin calcitrapa (also called Calcitrapa Sea-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
Triglochin calcitrapa is used as an ornamental plant in water gardens and ponds. It is also used as a food source for waterfowl and other aquatic animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Triglochin calcitrapa is small and yellow, with three petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triglochin calcitrapa is a submerged aquatic plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It is a perennial plant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers shallow, still or slow-moving water and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is a good choice for naturalizing ponds and lakes.
Where to Find Triglochin calcitrapa
Triglochin calcitrapa is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru.
Triglochin calcitrapa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triglochin calcitrapa?
Triglochin calcitrapa
What is the common name of Triglochin calcitrapa?
Calcitrapa Arrowgrass
Where is Triglochin calcitrapa found?
South America
Species in the Triglochin genus
Triglochin stowardii, Triglochin turrifera, Triglochin gaspensis, Triglochin compacta, Triglochin protuberans, Triglochin hexagona, Triglochin milnei, Triglochin barrelieri, Triglochin bulbosa, Triglochin calcitrapa, Triglochin centrocarpa, Triglochin elongata, Triglochin laxiflora, Triglochin maritima, Triglochin mexicana, Triglochin minutissima, Triglochin mucronata, Triglochin muelleri, Triglochin nana, Triglochin palustris, Triglochin striata, Triglochin trichophora, Triglochin isingiana, Triglochin longicarpa, Triglochin buchenaui, Triglochin scilloides,
Species in the Juncaginaceae family
Cycnogeton huegelii, Cycnogeton lineare, Cycnogeton procerum, Cycnogeton rheophilum, Cycnogeton multifructum, Cycnogeton alcockiae, Cycnogeton dubium, Cycnogeton microtuberosum, Tetroncium magellanicum, Triglochin stowardii, Triglochin turrifera, Triglochin gaspensis, Triglochin compacta, Triglochin protuberans, Triglochin hexagona, Triglochin milnei, Triglochin barrelieri, Triglochin bulbosa, Triglochin calcitrapa, Triglochin centrocarpa, Triglochin elongata, Triglochin laxiflora, Triglochin maritima, Triglochin mexicana, Triglochin minutissima, Triglochin mucronata, Triglochin muelleri, Triglochin nana, Triglochin palustris, Triglochin striata, Triglochin trichophora, Triglochin isingiana, Triglochin longicarpa, Triglochin buchenaui, Triglochin scilloides,
References
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:603519-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.