Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
ceratophyllum
ID:
485637

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 2: 165 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484969



Common Names

  • Podostemum ceratophyllum
  • Ceratophyllum Podostemum
  • Ceratophyllum Riverweed


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Synonyms

  • Lacis ceratophylla Bong. [unknown]
  • Podostemum abrotanoides Nutt. [unknown]
  • Podostemum ceratophyllum abrotanoides (Nutt.) Fassett [unknown]
  • Podostemum ceratophyllum chondroides Fassett [unknown]
  • Podostemum ceratophyllum ceratophyllum [unknown]
  • Podostemum ceratophyllum abrotanoides (Nutt.) Wedd. [unknown]
  • Podostemum ceratophyllum fluitans Wedd. [unknown]
  • Podostemum ceratophyllum circumvallatum P.Royen [unknown]

Description

Podostemum ceratophyllum (also called Waterweed, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant native to North America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in whorls around the stem and small white flowers. It is found in slow-moving rivers and streams and prefers shallow water.

Uses & Benefits

Podostemum ceratophyllum is a popular aquarium plant and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in water gardens and ponds to provide oxygen and shade for fish and other aquatic life.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Podostemum ceratophyllum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podostemum ceratophyllum 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 ceratophyllum

Podostemum ceratophyllum can be found in the Amazon River basin in South America.

Podostemum ceratophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podostemum ceratophyllum?

Podostemum ceratophyllum

What type of plant is Podostemum ceratophyllum?

It is a submersed aquatic plant

Where does Podostemum ceratophyllum grow?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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