Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
comatum
ID:
485624

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hicken

Source:
cmp

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Revista Chilena Hist. Nat. 21: 149 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484956



Common Names

  • Podostemum comatum
  • Comate Podostemum
  • Comate Riverweed


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Synonyms

  • Podostemum undulatum P.Royen [unknown]
  • Podostemum dimorphum P.Royen [unknown]
  • Podostemum undulatum angustifolium P.Royen [unknown]

Description

Podostemum comatum (also called Comate Podostemum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Podostemaceae. It is native to South America, where it is found in tropical rivers and streams. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Podostemum comatum 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

The flower of Podostemum comatum is a small, yellowish-green, bell-shaped flower, with a single stamen. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podostemum comatum is a perennial aquatic plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Podostemum comatum

Podostemum comatum is found in Central and South America, as well as in parts of the Caribbean.

Podostemum comatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podostemum comatum?

Podostemum comatum

What is the common name of Podostemum comatum?

Fringed Riverweed

What is the natural habitat of Podostemum comatum?

Rivers and streams in North America

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