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triangle waterfern

Scientific Name: Ceratopteris richardii

Family: Parkeriaceae

Category: Fern

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Triangle Water Fern

This page provides information about the Triangle Water Fern, scientifically known as Ceratopteris richardii. It is also commonly referred to as Triangle Waterfern.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is often grown in aquariums.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Ceratopteris richardii Brongn.
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Division: Pteridophyta
  • Class: Pteridopsida
  • Family: Parkeriaceae
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonym: Ceratopteris deltoidea Benedict
  • Common Name: Triangle Waterfern

Distribution and Habitat

  • Ceratopteris richardii is present in the Caribbean, Guatemala, Mexico, and the United States (specifically Louisiana).
  • It is native to some lakes and ponds.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Ceratopteris richardii is a forb/herb, meaning it is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
  • The leaves are triangular in shape and can grow to be 5-10 cm.

Genetic and Cytological Information

  • Mention of "Floral homeotic genes were recruited from homologous MADS-box genes preexisting in the common ancestor of ferns and seed plants" suggests that the plant is part of genetic studies focused on the evolution of MADS-box genes.
  • Contains transcript similar to CRHB10 Ceratopteris richardii.
  • Alpha-tubulin sequences have been studied in Ceratopteris richardii.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Used as a model species alongside Arabidopsis and maize for studies on stem formation.

Resources and Further Information

  • Discover Life: Provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Ceratopteris richardii.
  • Dr. Stan Roux Laboratory: Conducts Ceratopteris research, including studies of Ca2+-ATPase involvement.
  • EOL.org: Articles about Ceratopteris richardii.