Contains 2 genera and 11 accepted taxa overall.
This family is completely databased for all specimens.
Characteristics
POTAMOGETONACEAE
Monocot
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Classification
ALISMATALES
POTAMOGETONACEAE
Genera
| Genus | Common Name | Taxa Count | Herbarium Specimens | Photos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potamogeton | PONDWEED | 10 | ||
| Stuckenia | 1 |
Identification Key
1. Stipular sheaths of submersed leaves free from base of leaf blade or adnate for less than 1/2 length of stipule; leaves both submersed and floating or all submersed, submersed blades translucent, flattened, not channeled; peduncle stiff, sometimes projecting inflorescence above surface of water
1. Stipular sheaths of submersed leaves adnate to base of leaf blade for 2/3 or more length of stipule; leaves all submersed, blades opaque, turgid, channeled; peduncle flexible, not projecting inflorescence above surface of water