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Etymology: Potamogeton: from Greek potamos, "a river," and geiton, "a neighbor," because of the habitat
Plants: perennial, submersed aquatic; stems to 7' long; branched rhizomes Leaves: alternate, entire, with prominent midvein; submersed and floating narrow, lance-like, on long stem; stipules free of leaf axils, disintegrate Flowers: green-brown, small; inflorescence dense cylindrical spike, above water Fruits: oval, dry seed with a lumpy dorsal ridge and a short beak Habitat: usually flowing water >40" deep Conservation Status: Native |
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