Triglochin centrocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
centrocarpa
ID:
770830
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 8: t. 728 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770163
Common Names
- Triglochin Centrocarpa
- Centrocarpa Triglochin
- Centrocarpa Arrow-Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Triglochin centrocarpa (also called Centrocarpa Sea-Grass, among many other common names) is a species of marine seagrass native to the coasts of the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico. It is a perennial plant with long, narrow leaves that grow in dense, underwater meadows. It is found in shallow waters, up to a depth of about 10 meters, and prefers sheltered, sandy or muddy substrates.
Uses & Benefits
Triglochin centrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in water gardens and ponds. It is also used as a food source for waterfowl and other aquatic animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Triglochin centrocarpa has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black, and triangular in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triglochin centrocarpa is a submerged aquatic plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It is a perennial plant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers shallow, still or slow-moving water and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is a good choice for naturalizing ponds and lakes.
Where to Find Triglochin centrocarpa
Triglochin centrocarpa is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru.
Triglochin centrocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triglochin centrocarpa?
Triglochin centrocarpa
What is the common name of Triglochin centrocarpa?
Centrocarpa Arrowgrass
Where is Triglochin centrocarpa found?
South America
Species in the Triglochin genus
Triglochin stowardii, Triglochin turrifera, Triglochin gaspensis, Triglochin compacta, Triglochin protuberans, Triglochin hexagona, Triglochin milnei, Triglochin barrelieri, Triglochin bulbosa, Triglochin calcitrapa, Triglochin centrocarpa, Triglochin elongata, Triglochin laxiflora, Triglochin maritima, Triglochin mexicana, Triglochin minutissima, Triglochin mucronata, Triglochin muelleri, Triglochin nana, Triglochin palustris, Triglochin striata, Triglochin trichophora, Triglochin isingiana, Triglochin longicarpa, Triglochin buchenaui, Triglochin scilloides,
Species in the Juncaginaceae family
Cycnogeton huegelii, Cycnogeton lineare, Cycnogeton procerum, Cycnogeton rheophilum, Cycnogeton multifructum, Cycnogeton alcockiae, Cycnogeton dubium, Cycnogeton microtuberosum, Tetroncium magellanicum, Triglochin stowardii, Triglochin turrifera, Triglochin gaspensis, Triglochin compacta, Triglochin protuberans, Triglochin hexagona, Triglochin milnei, Triglochin barrelieri, Triglochin bulbosa, Triglochin calcitrapa, Triglochin centrocarpa, Triglochin elongata, Triglochin laxiflora, Triglochin maritima, Triglochin mexicana, Triglochin minutissima, Triglochin mucronata, Triglochin muelleri, Triglochin nana, Triglochin palustris, Triglochin striata, Triglochin trichophora, Triglochin isingiana, Triglochin longicarpa, Triglochin buchenaui, Triglochin scilloides,
References
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:603520-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.