Pond Water-Starwort (Callitriche stagnalis)
Pond Water-Starwort (Callitriche stagnalis) is a submerged or floating aquatic plant with small, spatulate leaves and inconspicuous flowers, thriving in still or slow-moving freshwater habitats.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep submerged or in waterlogged conditions.
Soil
Does not require soil; anchors in mud, sand, or gravel. Can be planted directly into pond substrate or left to float.
Temperature
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Aquatic
Fertilizer
Generally not needed.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Adequate light is crucial for submerged growth.
Keep submerged or in waterlogged conditions.
Essential for aquatic survival.
Does not require soil; anchors in mud, sand, or gravel. Can be planted directly into pond substrate or left to float.
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Ideal range is 15-24 °C.
Aquatic
Generally not needed.
Absorbs nutrients from water; avoid over-fertilization.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Aquatic
Plant Environment
Aquatic
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.1-0.5 m
Spread
0.1-0.5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None, typically dies back in winter and regrows from seeds or fragments
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Spatulate to obovate, often floating leaves are broader
Flower Size
2-3 mm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyPlantaginaceae
- genusCallitriche
- speciesCallitriche stagnalis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No