Pondweed

Potamogeton ×argutulus

Native to:
United States
Pondweed

GBIF: C. B. Hellquist;

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Potamogetonaceae
Genus:
Potamogeton
Species:
Potamogeton ×argutulus
USDA Symbol:
POAR9

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Aquatic
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
nutrient-rich, silty or clayey substrate
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
commonly found in slow-moving or still freshwater bodies