Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filifolia
ID:
734369

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Skottsb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , n.s., 56(5): 171 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733702



Common Names

  • Ruppia filifolia
  • Filifolia Ruppia
  • Ruppia


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Synonyms

  • Ruppia obscura Hagstr. [unknown]

Description

Ruppia filifolia (also called Threadleaf Ruppia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Ruppiaceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in shallow, brackish water. It is an aquatic plant with long, thin, thread-like leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ruppia filifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover in wet areas and is tolerant of shallow water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ruppia filifolia has small, white flowers with three petals and three sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruppia filifolia is a hardy aquatic perennial that is native to temperate and tropical regions. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade in shallow water. Propagation is by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed.

Where to Find Ruppia filifolia

Ruppia filifolia is native to tropical Africa, where it grows in shallow, brackish water.

Ruppia filifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruppia filifolia?

Ruppia filifolia

What type of plant is Ruppia filifolia?

It is an aquatic plant

What is the natural habitat of Ruppia filifolia?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

References

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Carl Skottsberg (1880-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skottsb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:224563-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.