Myriad Leaf, Whorl-leaf watermilfoil
Myriophyllum verticillatum
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Basic Information
Family: Haloragidaceae
Genus: myriophyllum
Plant ID (slug): myriophyllum-verticillatum
Numeric ID: 24115
USDA Hardiness: 3-7
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Myriophyllum verticillatum is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from July to August. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It can grow in water.
Distribution
Most of Europe, including Britain, to N. Africa, Asia, N. and S. America..
Habitats
Pond;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: The plant is used as a potherb[177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Myriophyllum verticillatum Myriad Leaf, Whorl-leaf watermilfoil