Tape-grass - Hydrocharitaceae (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

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Tape-grass

Tape-grass are primarily aquatic plants thriving in freshwater habitats worldwide. Distinguished by their floating leaves and often robust, trailing roots, these plants are adapted to both fully submerged and emergent conditions. The flexible stem structure allows tape-grass to adjust to varying water depths and currents, making them ecologically versatile.

Scientific classification

Family

Tape-grass (Hydrocharitaceae)

Water plantains and allies

Vascular plants

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Genus

Water soldier Waterweeds Waterthyme Waterweeds Ottelia Eelgrasses Hydrocharis Blyxa Water-nymphs Turtlegrass Oxygen-weed

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