Myriophyllum indicum
Myriophyllum indicum Willd.
Myriophyllum indicum is a water milfoil species native to the Oriental region, particularly India, and is found in aquatic environments like ponds and streams. It is characterized by its elongated stems, which can exceed one meter in length, and whorled, fleshy green leaves with numerous narrow lobes.
Description
Myriophyllum indicum, described by Willd. in 1805, belongs to the family Haloragaceae. It is distributed across the Indomalaya region, including Assam, Bangladesh, India, and Sri Lanka. This aquatic plant thrives in freshwater habitats and is known for its long, creeping stems and finely divided leaves arranged in whorls. It is a member of the genus Myriophyllum, which includes various species of water milfoils found in different parts of the world.
Distribution
Oriental (Indomalaya) · Global · Assam · Bangladesh · India · Sri Lanka