Podostemum acuminatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminatum
ID:
485633
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wedd.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 17: 75 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484965
Common Names
- Podostemum acuminatum
- Acuminate Podostemum
- Acuminate Riverweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Podostemum acuminatum (also called Riverweed, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant native to South America. It has small, rounded leaves that are arranged in whorls around the stem and small white flowers. It is found in fast-flowing rivers and streams and prefers shallow water.
Uses & Benefits
Podostemum acuminatum is an aquatic plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and ponds. It is also used to help filter water and provide oxygen to the water.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Podostemum acuminatum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Podostemum acuminatum is a perennial, aquatic plant native to South America. It is found in slow-moving streams and rivers. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, sandy soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Once established, it requires minimal care.
Where to Find Podostemum acuminatum
Podostemum acuminatum can be found in the Amazon River basin in South America.
Podostemum acuminatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podostemum acuminatum?
Podostemum acuminatum
What type of plant is Podostemum acuminatum?
It is a submersed aquatic plant
Where does Podostemum acuminatum grow?
It is native to Mexico and Central America
Species in the Podostemum genus
Podostemum rutifolium, Podostemum irgangii, Podostemum muelleri, Podostemum distichum, Podostemum comatum, Podostemum acuminatum, Podostemum ceratophyllum, Podostemum fruticulosum, Podostemum flagelliforme, Podostemum ovatum, Podostemum saldanhanum, Podostemum scaturiginum, Podostemum weddellianum, Podostemum algaeforme, Podostemum minor,
Species in the Podostemaceae family
Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,
References
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:688487-1: Based on the initial data import