Limnophila heterophylla
| Scientific name | Limnophila heterophylla |
|---|---|
| IUCN category (World) | LC |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Limnophila |
Introduction
Limnophila heterophylla is a fresh water plant.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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height30 - 50 cm
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Characteristicsstem plant
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Leavessmall (< 1cm) and thin
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height30 - 50 cm
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Characteristicsstem plant
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Leavessmall (< 1cm) and thin
How to recognize Limnophila heterophylla ?
Limnophila heterophylla measures between 30 and 50 cm.
Biology
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Environmentfresh water
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TypeAquatic
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Growthfast
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Multiplicationcuttings
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
Biotope presentation
The acidification of water comes from the decomposition of plants. This phenomenon changes the color of the water, which tends to turn brown. In some areas particularly rich in organic matter, the water is so dark that it is called "black water".
To go further
Species of the same family
water hyssop
Plantaginaceae
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Scientific partners
Scientific partners
Species of the same family
water hyssop
Plantaginaceae
Same genus
Limnophila aquatica
Scrophulariaceae