Alternanthera reineckii
Species of aquatic plant
| Alternanthera reineckii | |
|---|---|
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Order: | Caryophyllales |
| Family: | Amaranthaceae |
| Genus: | Alternanthera |
| Species: | A. reineckii |
| Binomial name | |
| Alternanthera reineckii Briq. | |
| Synonyms | |
| Alternanthera cardinalis | |
Alternanthera reineckii is a species of aquatic plant in the family Amaranthaceae known as water hedge. Several cultivars are used as ornamental plants in aquaria. It is native to South America.[1]
The species populates submerged and semi-aquatic habitats such as marshes, stream banks, and ponds. It grows up to 30cm tall.[1]
References
- ^ a b Kasselmann, Christel (2020). Aquarium Plants. Teltow, Germany. p. 108. ISBN 978-3-00-064912-7.
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