Potamogeton distinctus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
distinctus
ID:
770464
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Benn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 42: 72 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769797
Common Names
- Distinct Pondweed
- Distinct Waterweed
- Distinct Potamogeton
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Potamogeton distinctus (also called Distinct Pondweed, among many other common names) is a submerged aquatic plant with thin, thread-like leaves. It is native to Europe and is commonly found in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.
Uses & Benefits
Potamogeton distinctus is a popular aquarium plant, as it provides oxygen to the water and helps to keep the water clean. It is also used in water gardens and ponds, as it helps to reduce algae growth and provides a habitat for fish and other aquatic life.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Potamogeton distinctus is small and inconspicuous, with a single white petal. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet, and the seedlings are delicate and thread-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Potamogeton distinctus is a submerged aquatic plant that is native to North America. It is found in shallow water in lakes, ponds, and slow-moving streams. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of water depths. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.
Where to Find Potamogeton distinctus
Potamogeton distinctus is found in shallow, slow-moving water bodies in the northern United States and Canada, as well as in parts of Europe and Asia.
Potamogeton distinctus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Potamogeton distinctus?
Potamogeton distinctus
What is the common name of Potamogeton distinctus?
Distinct Pondweed
What is the habitat of Potamogeton distinctus?
Potamogeton distinctus is found in shallow, still or slow-moving waters, such as ponds, lakes, and slow-moving rivers.
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,
References
Arthur Bennett (1843-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Benn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:603192-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.