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Water-plantain

Alisma plantago-aquatica

Also known as: Water-plantain · European Water Plantain · Common Water-plantain · American Waterplantain · Plantain-d'eau commun, Grand plantain-d'eau, Alisme plantain-d’eau

AlismataceaeGenus: Alisma
🔬 GBIF

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📋 About Water-plantain

Alisma is a genus of flowering plants in the family Alismataceae, members of which are commonly known as water-plantains. The genus consists of aquatic plants with leaves either floating or submerged, found in a variety of still water habitats around the world. The flowers are hermaphrodite, and are arranged in panicles, racemes, or umbels. Alisma flowers have six stamens, numerous free carpels in a single whorl, each with 1 ovule, and subventral styles. The fruit is an achene with a short beak.

🏷️ Common Names for Water-plantain

This plant is known by many names around the world. Whether you're searching for "Water-plantain" or "European Water Plantain", they all refer to the same species.

Water-plantainEuropean Water PlantainCommon Water-plantainAmerican WaterplantainPlantain-d'eau commun, Grand plantain-d'eau, Alisme plantain-d’eauPiantaggine acquaticaMestolaccia comunePlantain d'eauFluteau communGemeiner FroschloeffelLlantén de AguaAlisma Plantain d'EauSeïf El MaDathamaGewöhnlicher FroschlöffelEuropean water plantainwater-plantainplantain deau commungrote waterweegbreeGemeiner Froschlöffelplantain d'eau communalisme plantain d'eaualisma plantain-d'eauEuropean water-plantainVejbred-skebladGrote waterweegbreesvaltingratamosarpiovassgroAmerican waterplantaindathamaimbaimbundizijorbanjunbealbbášLlyriad y DŵrWater PlantainCommon Water-PlantainWater-Plantainvanlig svaltingkranssvaltingvassgrøe

🔬 Plant Classification

Kingdom

Plantae

Family

Alismataceae

Genus

Alisma

Species

Alisma plantago-aquatica

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Water-plantain?+
Alisma is a genus of flowering plants in the family Alismataceae, members of which are commonly known as water-plantains. The genus consists of aquatic plants with leaves either floating or submerged, found in a variety of still water habitats around the world. The flowers are hermaphrodite, and are…
What is the scientific name of Water-plantain?+
The accepted scientific name of Water-plantain is Alisma plantago-aquatica, belonging to the family Alismataceae.
What family does Water-plantain belong to?+
Water-plantain belongs to the Alismataceae family and the genus Alisma. This classification is based on data from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF).
How do I care for Water-plantain?+
Caring for Water-plantain starts with understanding its native environment. Water when the top soil feels dry, provide appropriate light based on its natural habitat, and ensure good drainage. The Greeny Corner app provides personalised watering reminders for Water-plantain.
Is Water-plantain safe for pets?+
Toxicity information for Water-plantain is not fully documented. As a precaution, keep plants out of reach of pets and children. Consult a veterinarian if your pet ingests any plant material.
What are other names for Water-plantain?+
Water-plantain is also known as: Water-plantain, European Water Plantain, Common Water-plantain, American Waterplantain, Plantain-d'eau commun, Grand plantain-d'eau, Alisme plantain-d’eau, Piantaggine acquatica, Mestolaccia comune, Plantain d'eau.

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