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Chilean waterwort
Scientific Name: Elatine chilensis
Family: Elatinaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Elatine chilensis - Chilean Waterwort
Elatine chilensis, commonly known as Chilean waterwort, is a small aquatic plant belonging to the waterwort family.
Considerations for Pets
- The provided information suggests a "No" rating for safety with both dogs and cats.
Considerations for Children
- The provided information suggests a "No" rating for safety with children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Elatine chilensis A. Gray
- Common Name: Chilean waterwort
- Family: Elatinaceae (Waterwort family)
- Genus: Elatine
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms/Misapplications:
- Elatine americana (Pursh) Arn. (misapplied by Abrams, Peck, & H&C)
- Elatine triandra Schkuhr (misapplied)
- Elatine gracilis H. Mason
Distribution and Habitat
- Found in the United States, including Southeastern Arizona and Delaware.
- Also found in Chile.
- Prefers aquatic environments.
Morphological Characteristics
- Growth Habit: Forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass)
- Duration: Annual, short-lived perennial herb
- Stem: Glabrous (smooth)