Potamogeton variifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
variifolius
ID:
770710
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thore
Source:
wcs
Year:
1803
Citation Micro:
Essai Chloris : 47 (1803)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770043
Common Names
- Potamogeton variifolius
- Variable-Leaved Pondweed
- Variable Pondweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Potamogeton variifolius (also called Variable-leaved Pondweed, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant found in shallow water in lakes, ponds, and slow-moving streams. It has a reddish stem and bright green leaves that are usually oval in shape. Native to Europe, it grows in a variety of habitats including shallow water, mud, and sand.
Uses & Benefits
Potamogeton variifolius is used as an ornamental plant in water gardens and ponds. It is also used as a food source for waterfowl and other aquatic animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Potamogeton variifolius is a small white flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a thin, grass-like appearance.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Potamogeton variifolius is a hardy, aquatic plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division of the root clump. Seeds should be sown in a moist soil and kept moist until germination occurs. The root clump can be divided in the spring or fall and replanted in a moist soil.
Where to Find Potamogeton variifolius
Potamogeton variifolius is found in shallow, slow-moving streams and ponds in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Potamogeton variifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Potamogeton variifolius?
Potamogeton variifolius
What type of plant is Potamogeton variifolius?
Aquatic plant
Where is Potamogeton variifolius found?
North America, Europe, and Asia
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
Jean Thore (1762-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thore' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:603464-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.