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Description
Potamogeton Obtusifolius is an aquatic plant that can grow up to 30 cm in length. Its leaves are oblong and blunt at the tip, measuring up to 8 cm in length and 2 cm in width. It produces flowers that are small and greenish in color. This plant is native to Europe and Asia, but can also be found in North America, where it is considered an invasive species.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Potamogetonaceae |
| Genus | Potamogeton |
Appearance
Potamogeton Obtusifolius has oblong leaves with a blunt tip. The leaves measure up to 8 cm in length and 2 cm in width. The plant produces small greenish flowers that are difficult to see. The stems are slender and can grow up to 30 cm in length. The plant is green in color and can be submerged in water up to 2 meters deep.
Care Guide
Potamogeton Obtusifolius requires plenty of sunlight and should be planted in a nutrient-rich soil. The plant can grow in water up to 2 meters deep and should be fertilized regularly to encourage growth. It is hardy in zones 5-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
The most common pests that affect Potamogeton Obtusifolius are snails and aphids. These pests can be controlled by introducing natural predators, such as ladybugs or fish, to the pond. The plant is also susceptible to fungal infections, which can be treated with fungicides.
Habitat
Potamogeton Obtusifolius is native to Europe and Asia, but can also be found in North America. It grows in freshwater ponds, lakes, and streams. The plant can tolerate a wide range of water temperatures and pH levels, making it adaptable to different aquatic environments.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Potamogeton Obtusifolius be grown in a fish tank?
A: Yes, Potamogeton Obtusifolius can be grown in a fish tank. However, it requires plenty of sunlight and should be fertilized regularly to encourage growth.
Q: Is Potamogeton Obtusifolius an invasive species?
A: Yes, Potamogeton Obtusifolius is considered an invasive species in North America.
Q: How deep should Potamogeton Obtusifolius be planted?
A: Potamogeton Obtusifolius can be submerged in water up to 2 meters deep.
Q: What is the pH range that Potamogeton Obtusifolius can tolerate?
A: Potamogeton Obtusifolius can tolerate a wide range of water pH levels.
Related Plants
- Potamogeton crispus
- Potamogeton lucens
- Potamogeton pusillus
References
- “Potamogeton Obtusifolius – Plant Finder.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=s620.
- “Potamogeton Obtusifolius.” Flora of North America, www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=1&taxon_id=200005849.
- “Potamogetonaceae.” Integrated Taxonomic Information System, www.itis.gov/servlet/SingleRpt/SingleRpt?search_topic=TSN&search_value=18312#null.
