Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dobrocz.) Tzvelev
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 84(7): 111 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000738988
Common Names
- Large-fruited Stuckenia
- Large-fruited Stuckenia-grass
- Large-fruited Star-grass
Description
Stuckenia macrocarpa (also called Large-fruited Waterweed, among many other common names) is an aquatic perennial plant native to Europe. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small white flowers. It typically grows in shallow water in ponds, lakes and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Stuckenia macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-tumor properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Stuckenia macrocarpa has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, linear-lanceolate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stuckenia macrocarpa is a perennial aquatic plant that can be propagated through seeds or division. It prefers full sun and can be grown in shallow water or in moist soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Stuckenia macrocarpa
Stuckenia macrocarpa is native to Europe and can be found in wetland habitats.
Stuckenia macrocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stuckenia macrocarpa?
Stuckenia macrocarpa
What is the family of Stuckenia macrocarpa?
Potamogetonaceae
What is the habitat of Stuckenia macrocarpa?
Rivers, lakes, and wetlands
Species in the Stuckenia genus
Stuckenia macrocarpa,
Stuckenia vaginata,
Stuckenia striata,
Stuckenia bottnica,
Stuckenia fennica,
Stuckenia suecica,
Stuckenia amblyophylla,
Stuckenia pectinata,
Stuckenia filiformis,
Stuckenia pamirica,
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,