Alisma triviale explained

Alisma triviale, the northern water plantain, is a perennial semi-aquatic or aquatic plant in the water-plantain family (Alismataceae).

Description

It is a perennial herb that ranges in height from 1-3 ft.[1] Each plant has long-petioled, lanceolate and linear leaves that grow in a clump. A flowering stem rises between them. The flowers have 3 green sepals and 3 white or pink-tinged petals.

Distribution and habitat

The plant is native to Canada (including the Northwest Territories), the United States (including Alaska), and Northern Mexico.

It grows in shallow water or mud.[2]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - The University of Texas at Austin. www.wildflower.org. 2019-04-03.
  2. http://wisplants.uwsp.edu/scripts/detail.asp?SpCode=ALITRI Robert W. Freckmann Herbarium University of Wisconsin Stevens Point