Alisma subcordatum
Alisma = Greek for a water plant
subcaordatum = somewhat heart-shaped
| Scientific Name: | Alisma subcordatum |
| Synonym: | Alisma plantago-aquatica var parviflorum |
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| Common Name: | Small-flowered Water Plantain |
| Authority: | Raf. |
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| C Value: | 2 |
| Wetness: | OBL |
| # of Species in Genus in Illinois: | 2 |
| Duration: | Perennial |
| Reproduction: | Monoecious |
| Flower Type: | Perfect |
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| Flower Color: | White |
| Growth Habit: | Forb |
| Leaf Arrangement: | Basal |
| Leaf Type: | Simple |
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| Leaf Margin: | Entire |
| Leaf Toothing: | Cordate base |
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| Distribution: | BONAP Distribution Map |
| Status (State): | Not Listed |
| Status (Federal): | Not Listed |
| ID Tips: | Tall, but wispy inforescence with small white flowers. |
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| More Info: | Illinois Wildflowers Search |