Curly Pondweed

Potamogeton crispus

Physical Characteristics

Potamogeton crispus is a PERENNIAL at a fast rate. It is in flower from May to October, and the seeds ripen from June to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline and saline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It can grow in water.

Distribution

Europe, including Britain, to Asia.

Habitats

Pond;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Root Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked[105, 177, 179]. Root[179]. No more details are given.

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known