Ottelia muricata

Ottelia muricata (C.H.Wright) Dandy

Ottelia muricata is a species in the Hydrocharitaceae family, commonly known as the tapegrasses or water-vines. It is native to the Afrotropical region and has a global distribution. The species is found in Angola, Botswana, the Caprivi Strip, Namibia, Zambia, Zaïre, and Zimbabwe. It was first described in 1934 by Dandy, with the original name attributed to C.H. Wright.

Description

Ottelia muricata is a member of the Hydrocharitaceae family, which includes aquatic plants typically found in freshwater habitats. This species is part of the genus Ottelia, known for its floating or submerged growth forms. Its distribution spans across several African countries, indicating a preference for tropical and subtropical aquatic environments. The species was formally published in 1934, with the name based on earlier work by C.H. Wright.