Triglochin longicarpa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longicarpa
ID:
837778
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ostenf.) Aston
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 26(2): 100 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837113
Common Names
- Triglochin Longicarpa
- Longicarpa Triglochin
- Longicarpa Arrowgrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Triglochin longicarpa (also called Long-fruited Arrowgrass, among many other common names) is an aquatic herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a creeping habit and is found in shallow water, swamps, and wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Triglochin longicarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Triglochin longicarpa is a small, yellow, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small, dark, and oval-shaped. Seedlings are thin and long with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triglochin longicarpa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light.
Where to Find Triglochin longicarpa
Triglochin longicarpa is found in the Mediterranean region.
Triglochin longicarpa FAQ
What is the common name of Triglochin longicarpa?
Longicarpa
What is the natural habitat of Triglochin longicarpa?
Dry woodlands and thickets
What is the scientific name of Triglochin longicarpa?
Triglochin longicarpa
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
Carl Hansen Ostenfeld (1873-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ostenf.' in the authors string.
Helen Aston (1934-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aston' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77091439-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.