Status:
valid
Authors:
W.X.Wang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 22: 490 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725609
Common Names
- Potamogeton Chongyangensis
- Chongyangensis Water Plant
- Chongyangensis Pond Plant
Description
Potamogeton chongyangensis (also called Chongyang Pondweed, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant in the Potamogetonaceae family. It is native to China, and is found in fresh water habitats. The plant has a slender stem with long, narrow leaves and produces small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Potamogeton chongyangensis is an aquatic plant that is used to reduce water pollution and to provide habitat for fish and other aquatic organisms.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Potamogeton chongyangensis has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a hard shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Potamogeton chongyangensis can be propagated by taking stem cuttings from mature plants. The cuttings should be placed in moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Potamogeton chongyangensis
Potamogeton chongyangensis is native to China and can be found in nurseries, garden centers, and online retailers.
Potamogeton chongyangensis FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Potamogeton chongyangensis?
Potamogeton chongyangensis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
What is the ideal light for Potamogeton chongyangensis?
Potamogeton chongyangensis prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Potamogeton chongyangensis?
Potamogeton chongyangensis should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.
Species in the Potamogeton genus
Potamogeton anguillanus,
Potamogeton antaicus,
Potamogeton apertus,
Potamogeton torssandri,
Potamogeton australiensis,
Potamogeton uruguayensis,
Potamogeton zosteriformis,
Potamogeton tubulatus,
Potamogeton confinis,
Potamogeton cooperi,
Potamogeton bicupulatus,
Potamogeton sudermanicus,
Potamogeton cadburyae,
Potamogeton biformis,
Potamogeton biwaensis,
Potamogeton attenuatus,
Potamogeton tennesseensis,
Potamogeton prussicus,
Potamogeton pseudofriesii,
Potamogeton quinquenervius,
Potamogeton suboblongus,
Potamogeton subrufus,
Potamogeton subsessilis,
Potamogeton spirilliformis,
Potamogeton sarmaticus,
Potamogeton saxonicus,
Potamogeton schreberi,
Potamogeton scoliophyllus,
Potamogeton ripensis,
Potamogeton parmatus,
Potamogeton philippinensis,
Potamogeton heslop-harrisonii,
Potamogeton hoggarensis,
Potamogeton gessnacensis,
Potamogeton orientalis,
Potamogeton faurei,
Potamogeton ferrugineus,
Potamogeton grovesii,
Potamogeton franconicus,
Potamogeton fryeri,
Potamogeton mandschuriensis,
Potamogeton nericius,
Potamogeton kamogawaensis,
Potamogeton leptocephalus,
Potamogeton olivaceus,
Potamogeton lanceolatifolius,
Potamogeton nomotoensis,
Potamogeton skvortsovii,
Potamogeton papuanicus,
Potamogeton solomonensis,
Species in the Potamogetonaceae family
Althenia australis,
Althenia bilocularis,
Althenia cylindrocarpa,
Althenia filiformis,
Althenia orientalis,
Althenia preissii,
Althenia preisii,
Althenia marina,
Althenia patentifolia,
Althenia hearnii,
Althenia tzvelevii,
Groenlandia densa,
Potamogeton anguillanus,
Potamogeton antaicus,
Potamogeton apertus,
Potamogeton torssandri,
Potamogeton australiensis,
Potamogeton uruguayensis,
Potamogeton zosteriformis,
Potamogeton tubulatus,
Potamogeton confinis,
Potamogeton cooperi,
Potamogeton bicupulatus,
Potamogeton sudermanicus,
Potamogeton cadburyae,
Potamogeton biformis,
Potamogeton biwaensis,
Potamogeton attenuatus,
Potamogeton tennesseensis,
Potamogeton prussicus,
Potamogeton pseudofriesii,
Potamogeton quinquenervius,
Potamogeton suboblongus,
Potamogeton subrufus,
Potamogeton subsessilis,
Potamogeton spirilliformis,
Potamogeton sarmaticus,
Potamogeton saxonicus,
Potamogeton schreberi,
Potamogeton scoliophyllus,
Potamogeton ripensis,
Potamogeton parmatus,
Potamogeton philippinensis,
Potamogeton heslop-harrisonii,
Potamogeton hoggarensis,
Potamogeton gessnacensis,
Potamogeton orientalis,
Potamogeton faurei,
Potamogeton ferrugineus,
Potamogeton grovesii,