Description

Sale is for 7 cut stems of Elodea grown submerged.

Elodea is a genus of aquatic plants often referred to as waterweeds. These robust, perennial plants are native to North America. Let’s dive into some details about Elodea:

1. Description:
   • Elodea has thin, elongated stems and a proliferation of small green leaves.
   • It is characterized by its high adaptability to changing water conditions.
   • The plant lives entirely underwater, except for small white flowers that bloom at the surface, attached by delicate stalks.
2. Habitat and Growth:
   • Elodea canadensis, also known as American or Canadian water weed, is the most widely recognized species.
   • It grows in a wide range of conditions, from very shallow to deep water, and in various sediment types.
   • Silty sediments and nutrient-rich water favor its growth in lakes.
   • Elodea often overwinters as an evergreen plant in mild climates.
3. Propagation:
   • Elodea propagates through leafy stalks that detach from the parent plant, float away, root, and start new plants.
   • Seed production plays a relatively minor role in its spread.
4. Ecological Importance:
   • Elodea provides habitat for aquatic invertebrates and cover for young fish and amphibians.
   • Waterfowl, beavers, muskrats, and aquatic turtles feed on this plant.
5. Aquarium Use:
   • Elodea is an attractive and easy-to-keep aquarium plant.
   • It’s commonly used for science experiments in classrooms to demonstrate how plants use carbon dioxide.

Remember, Elodea is not only a beautiful addition to aquariums but also an essential part of lake ecosystems!