Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Species:
fontigenus
ID:
726264

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.H.Guo, X.Z.Sun & H.Q.Wang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 5(2): 133 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725597



Common Names

  • Potamogeton Fontigenus
  • Fontigenus Water Plant
  • Fontigenus Pond Plant


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Description

Potamogeton fontigenus (also called Fineleaf Pondweed, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant in the Potamogetonaceae family. It is native to Europe, 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 fontigenus is used as a food source for fish, as an ornamental plant, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Potamogeton fontigenus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Potamogeton fontigenus 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 fontigenus

Potamogeton fontigenus is native to Europe and can be found in nurseries, garden centers, and online retailers.

Potamogeton fontigenus FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Potamogeton fontigenus?

Potamogeton fontigenus prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal light for Potamogeton fontigenus?

Potamogeton fontigenus prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Potamogeton fontigenus?

Potamogeton fontigenus 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,

References

You Hao Guo (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.H.Guo' in the authors string.
Siang Chung Sun (b.1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Sun' in the authors string.
Hui Qin Wang (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Q.Wang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:906905-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.