Aquatic Plants

A

Ammannia Baccifera

Description Ammannia Baccifera, commonly known as “Red Mangrove”, is a popular aquatic plant that belongs to the Lythraceae family. This plant is native to the tropical and subtropical areas of Asia, Africa, and America. It is a semi-aquatic plant that can be grown both underwater and above the water surface. Its vibrant red color makes it an attractive choice for…
Read More »
A

Alismataceae

Description Alismataceae is a family of aquatic and semi-aquatic plants that are widely distributed throughout the world in both freshwater and saline environments. This family includes several well-known species such as water plantain, arrowhead, and water starwort. These plants can grow up to 6 feet tall and have leaves that are typically basal or alternate. Taxonomic Information | Domain| Eukarya||————-|————-||…
Read More »
A

Alismatales

Description Alismatales, also known as the water plantain order, is a diverse group of aquatic plants that are found in both freshwater and marine habitats. This order includes approximately 1650 species that are distributed across 16 families. Alismatales are characterized by their long, narrow leaves and showy flowers that are arranged in inflorescences. These plants are popular among aquarists and…
Read More »
A

Acorales

Description Acorales is a small family of aquatic plants that belong to the Acoraceae family. This family includes only two genera: Acorus and Gymnotheca. These plants are native to Asia, Europe, and North America, and they grow in shallow water or wet soil. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Monocots Order Acorales Family Acoraceae Genus Acorus and…
Read More »
V

Vallisneria Australis

Description Vallisneria Australis, commonly known as Australian Water Weed, is a popular aquatic plant that belongs to the family of Hydrocharitaceae. It is native to Australia and can be found in freshwater habitats such as rivers, lakes, and ponds. The plant has long ribbon-like leaves that grow up to 1-2 meters in length and are about 5-10 mm wide. Its…
Read More »
L

Limosella Aquatica

Description Limosella Aquatica, also known as mudwort or swampweed, is a small flowering plant that belongs to the family Scrophulariaceae. It is native to wetlands and marshes in North America and Europe, where it grows in shallow water, mud, or damp soil. The plant is characterized by its small size, with stems that can grow up to 10 centimeters long,…
Read More »
N

Nymphaea Tetragona

Description Nymphaea Tetragona, commonly known as the pygmy water lily or small water lily, is a species of aquatic plant that belongs to the family Nymphaeaceae. This plant is native to Africa and can be found in shallow ponds, marshes, and pools. It produces small, fragrant flowers that bloom above the water’s surface and has lily pads that float on…
Read More »
N

Nymphaea Tuberosa Gladstoneana

Description Nymphaea Tuberosa Gladstoneana, also known as the Australian Water Lily, is a perennial aquatic plant that produces beautiful and fragrant flowers. This plant is native to Australia and is widely cultivated in many parts of the world due to its stunning appearance and ease of care. The leaves of this plant are green and round, while the flowers are…
Read More »
P

Pellia

Description Pellia is a type of aquatic plant that grows in freshwater habitats. It belongs to the family of liverworts, which are nonvascular plants. Pellia is a small, compact plant that can grow up to 5cm in length. It has a flattened thallus, which is the main body of the plant. Pellia is commonly used in aquascaping because of its…
Read More »
P

Phymatocerotales

Description: Phymatocerotales is a group of aquatic plants that are commonly found in freshwater habitats. They belong to the division of Charophyta, which is a group of green algae that are closely related to land plants. Phymatocerotales are multicellular and have a complex body structure that consists of a stem-like axis, whorls of branches, and reproductive structures that are located…
Read More »