Potamogeton cristatus
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Basic Information
Family: Potamogetonaceae
Genus: potamogeton
Plant ID (slug): potamogeton-cristatus
Numeric ID: 23587
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Potamogeton cristatus is a PERENNIAL at a fast rate. It is in flower from May to September, and the seeds ripen from May to September. 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. It cannot grow in the shade. It can grow in water.
Distribution
E. Asia - Japan, Manchuria.
Habitats
Pond;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Stem Edible Uses: Leaves and stems - cooked[105, 177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Potamogeton cristatus
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