Description
Cyclodictyon latifolium (also called Broadleaf Cyclodictyon, among many other common names) is a species of green algae in the family Zygnemataceae. It is found in the United States, Mexico, and Central America. It is a freshwater species that grows in streams, ponds, and lakes.
Uses & Benefits
Cyclodictyon latifolium has been used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, fevers, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyclodictyon latifolium has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem with a tuft of leaves at the top.
Where to Find Cyclodictyon latifolium
Cyclodictyon latifolium is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Brazil, and Peru.