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Asian waterwort
Scientific Name: Elatine ambigua
Family: Elatinaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Elatine ambigua: Asian Waterwort
Elatine ambigua, commonly known as Asian waterwort, is an aquatic plant belonging to the waterwort family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Elatine ambigua Wight
- Family: Elatinaceae (waterwort family)
- Genus: Elatine L.
- Synonym: Elatine ambiqua R. Wright (misspelling)
Distribution and Habitat
Asian waterwort is found in wet areas worldwide. It is specifically documented in regions including Antarctica, Australia, Austria, Bhutan, Canada, China (Yunnan), India (Karnataka), Finland, and Norway.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Habit: Forb/herb
- Duration: Annual
- Leaves: Decussate, lanceolate to elongate-lanceolate, measuring approximately 8-10 mm in length and 1-3 mm in width, with entire margins.
- Growth Form: Erect herbs with internodes measuring 4-8 mm.
Ecological Role
The provided text indicates that Elatine ambigua is considered an exotic species in the U.S.
Further Information
Additional data about Elatine ambigua can be found at the following resources:
- USDA PLANTS Database (Symbol: ELAM)
- India Biodiversity Portal
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
- NatureServe
- uBio
- Discover Life
- Invasive Plant Atlas