Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
distichum
ID:
485620

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 17: 73 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484952



Common Names

  • Podostemum distichum
  • Distich Podostemum
  • Distich Riverweed


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Synonyms

  • Lacis disticha Cham. [unknown]
  • Podostemum warmingii Chodat & Vischer [unknown]
  • Podostemum glaziovianum Warm. [unknown]
  • Podostemum aguirense Chodat & Vischer [unknown]
  • Podostemum atrichum Chodat & Vischer [unknown]
  • Podostemum chamissonis Tul. [unknown]
  • Podostemum schenckii Warm. [unknown]

Description

Podostemum distichum (also called Distich 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 distichum 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 distichum 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 distichum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix, and cuttings should be taken in summer. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Podostemum distichum

Podostemum distichum can be found in Central and South America, as well as in parts of the Caribbean.

Podostemum distichum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podostemum distichum?

Podostemum distichum

What is the common name of Podostemum distichum?

Riverweed

What is the natural habitat of Podostemum distichum?

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