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deercabbage
Scientific Name: Nephrophyllidium crista-galli
Family: Menyanthaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Deer Cabbage (Nephrophyllidium crista-galli)
Deer Cabbage, scientifically known as Nephrophyllidium crista-galli, is a fascinating aquatic plant with interesting interactions with its environment, including being a food source for deer.
Considerations for Pets
- Mention of potential consumption by deer suggests the plant might be palatable.
Considerations for Children
- Mention of potential consumption by deer suggests the plant might be palatable.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Nephrophyllidium crista-galli
- Common Name: Deer Cabbage
- Family: Menyanthaceae (Buckbean Family)
- Nephrophyllidium is a monotypic genus, meaning it contains only one species (Nephrophyllidium crista-galli).
- Synonym: Fauria crista-galli
Distribution and Habitat
- Deer-cabbage grows commonly around Sitka, Alaska, from low-lying muskegs to lower elevations.
Morphological Characteristics
- Deer-cabbage is often a low-growing perennial plant.
- Flowering stems can grow up to 50 cm tall.
- Leaves are kidney-shaped to nearly round, with stout petioles 2-6 inches high, and the blade is finely.
- It has white and yellow flowers.
Ecological Role
- Sitka black-tailed deer consume skunk cabbage, and the text suggests a relationship with deer cabbage as well, especially in early spring.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Deer cabbage is a host plant for leaf miners.