Elodea callitrichoides
South American Waterweed, South American Water Weed
Also known as: Anacharis callitrichoides Rich. +5 more
- Anacharis callitrichoides Rich.
- Anacharis callitrichoides Rick.
- Elodea ernestiae H.St.John
- Elodea ernstae
- Elodea ernstiae H.St.John
- Elodea richardii H.St.John
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Hydrocharitaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a hydrosubshrub.
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Naturally occurring in South America, Elodea callitrichoides (commonly known as South American Waterweed) is an aquatic plant belonging to the Hydrocharitaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Aquatic Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Argentina South, Uruguay
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
France, Germany, Great Britain