Buffalo-spinach - Enydra fluctuans (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Buffalo-spinach

Buffalo-spinach (Enydra fluctuans) is a swamp-side dweller. Because it prefers water margins and shallow areas, the plant sometimes obstructs water flow if allowed to grow too thick. Its yellowish-green color blends well into its surrounding, making it a very inconspicuous plant.

Scientific classification

Species

Buffalo-spinach (Enydra fluctuans)

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Perennial

Lifespan

White, Green

Flower Color

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

Images of Buffalo-spinach

Distribution of Buffalo-spinach

Distribution Map

Buffalo-spinach is a plant with a native range that includes subtropical and tropical regions of Africa and Asia, extending across major areas of both continents. Its spread has reached South America and Southeast Asia, where it is recognized as an introduced species. This terrestrial hygrophyte thrives mainly in wet habitats within these broad geographic zones.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Care Guide for Buffalo-spinach

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

Water: Buffalo-spinach thrives in wet, marshy conditions, requiring consistent moisture and weekly watering for optimal health. Suited for high humidity, it flourishes outdoors near water sources, making it ideal for rain gardens and pond edges, benefiting from natural rainfall patterns.

Fertilize: Fertilizing buffalo-spinach with balanced fertilizers improves growth. Apply diluted liquid fertilizer bi-weekly during active growth, monthly in winter. Use half the dose for young plants to prevent root burn. Avoid over-fertilization and ensure even distribution. Adapt feeding to buffalo-spinach's life cycle, following manufacturer's guidelines.

Pruning: Buffalo-spinach thrives with regular pruning, ideally from early to late spring. Trim back overgrown and dead stems, ensuring no more than one-third is cut at a time. This fosters healthy growth, prevents legginess, and enhances the plant's vigor and appearance.

Propagation: Buffalo-spinach is a semi-aquatic plant propagated from healthy cuttings with at least one node. Place cuttings in water or moist soil, providing indirect light and avoiding overwatering. Consistent care ensures rapid rooting and establishment, enhancing the lush foliage in aquatic or bog gardens.

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