Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 338 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770196
Common Names
- Marsh Arrowgrass
- Common Arrowgrass
- Palustris Arrowgrass
Description
Triglochin palustris (also called marsh arrowgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe, North Africa and temperate Asia. It grows in moist meadows, streambanks, and wet grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Triglochin palustris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Triglochin palustris is small and yellow, with three petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Triglochin palustris is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame in autumn or spring. The divisions should be taken in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Triglochin palustris
Triglochin palustris is native to Europe and can be found in moist meadows and marshes.
Triglochin palustris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triglochin palustris?
Triglochin palustris
What type of plant is Triglochin palustris?
A perennial herb
Where is Triglochin palustris found?
It is found in wetland habitats
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,