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Nuttall's water-starwort

Scientific Name: Callitriche pedunculosa

Family: Callitrichaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Nuttall's Water-starwort (Callitriche pedunculosa)

Nuttall's Water-starwort, scientifically known as Callitriche pedunculosa, is an aquatic plant belonging to the genus Callitriche, which is largely known as water-starwort.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Callitriche pedunculosa Nutt.
  • Common Name: Nuttall's Water-starwort
  • Family: Callitrichaceae (Water-Starwort Family)
  • Genus: Callitriche L.
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: Callitriche nuttallii Torr.

Distribution and Habitat

Callitriche pedunculosa is native to North America, including Texas. It's also found in Antarctica and Mexico.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Nuttall's Water-starwort is a forb/herb, which means it's a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
  • It is an annual plant.

Bloom Period

The bloom period for Callitriche pedunculosa is typically from March to May.

Ecological Role

The text mentions a second introduced invasive species Elodea nuttallii (Nuttall's pondweed), which, along with Callitriche sp. (water-starwort), can form extensive cover.

Further Information

For more comprehensive information, consider exploring these resources:

  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Discover Life
  • USDA Plants Database (CAPE44)
  • Altervista