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awl-leaf lilaea

Scientific Name: Lilaea scilloides

Family: Juncaginaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Lilaea scilloides: Awl-Leaf Lilaea

Lilaea scilloides, commonly known as awl-leaf lilaea or flowering quillwort, is an intriguing aquatic plant. This page provides information about its classification, distribution, and other interesting facts.

Considerations for Pets

  • As the name suggests, this plant has awl-like leaves, which may be sharp.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Lilaea scilloides (Poir.) Hauman
  • Common Names: Awl-leaf Lilaea, Flowering Quillwort
  • Family: Juncaginaceae (Arrow-grass family)
  • Genus: Lilaea (monotypic, containing only this species)
  • Synonyms: Lilaea subulata Bonpl., Phalangium scilloides Poir.
  • Symbol: LISC4

Distribution and Habitat

  • Lilaea scilloides is a native aquatic plant found in California.
  • It is also found in Idaho.

Ecological Role

  • Lilaea scilloides has been identified as a freshwater invasive species in Europe.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Lilaea scilloides is an annual plant that grows to approximately 0.3 meters (1 foot) in height.
  • It exhibits a graminoid growth habit.
  • The flowers are hermaphrodite, containing both male and female organs.
  • Flowering occurs from July to August.

Additional Information

  • It is a blue-listed taxon in some regions.

Further Resources

  • USDA PLANTS Database
  • Plantilla:Plantae Mundi/Lugares/California
  • Plantilla:Plantae Mundi/Lugares/Idaho