Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tuberosa
ID:
734355

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.S.Davis & Toml.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 55: 60 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733688



Common Names

  • Ruppia tuberosa
  • Tuberosa Ruppia
  • Ruppia


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Description

Ruppia tuberosa (also called 'Ditchgrass', among many other common names) is an aquatic plant with small, greenish-brown flowers. It is native to Europe and grows in shallow, brackish waters.

Uses & Benefits

Ruppia tuberosa 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 tuberosa has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruppia tuberosa is a fast-growing, evergreen aquatic plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seeds or by dividing the rhizomes. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sheltered position until they have germinated. Once germinated, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Ruppia tuberosa

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

Ruppia tuberosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruppia tuberosa?

Ruppia tuberosa

What type of plant is Ruppia tuberosa?

It is an aquatic plant

What is the natural habitat of Ruppia tuberosa?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

References

Philip Barry Tomlinson (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toml.' in the authors string.
J.S. Davis: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.S.Davis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:770598-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.