P h o t o b y D a n B u s e m e y e r @ T E N N
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Habitat:
Quiet pools along streams.
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Species Description:
Perennial aquatic plant.
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early June to late September.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
The submersed leaves have 25-37 veins, at least the largest ones, and are folded lengthwise. The achenes are 4.5-5 mm - larger than other similar species.
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Management:
Avoid changes in moisture/hydrologic conditions at the site. Changes could result from overstory removal, stream/wetland alteration or vegetation removal that would result in increased erosion.
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Global Range:
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Known Kentucky Occurrences:
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