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Nuttall-Wasserpest

Elodea nuttallii

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (25 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Full Taxonomy

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Alismatales (Froschlöffelartige)

Hydrocharitaceae

Species

Elodea nuttallii (Nuttall-Wasserpest)

Names in Other Languages

French Elodée de nuttall

German Nuttall-Wasserpest

Similar Species in Elodea

Breitblättrige Wasserpest

Elodea canadensis

Wasserstern-Wasserpest

Elodea callitrichoides

long-sheathed waterweed

Elodea bifoliata

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Flowering Plants

Froschlöffelartige

Hydrocharitaceae

Compare Species

vs Breitblättrige Wasserpest vs Wasserstern-Wasserpest vs long-sheathed waterweed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nuttall-Wasserpest?

The scientific name of Nuttall-Wasserpest is Elodea nuttallii. It belongs to the genus Elodea.

Where does Nuttall-Wasserpest live?

Nuttall-Wasserpest is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (25 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Albania, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany.

What family does Nuttall-Wasserpest belong to?

Nuttall-Wasserpest (Elodea nuttallii) belongs to the genus Elodea, which is part of the taxonomic family Hydrocharitaceae.

What kingdom does Nuttall-Wasserpest belong to?

Nuttall-Wasserpest (Elodea nuttallii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Nuttall-Wasserpest?

The closest relatives of Nuttall-Wasserpest in the genus Elodea include Breitblättrige Wasserpest, Wasserstern-Wasserpest, long-sheathed waterweed.

Native Range — 28 Countries

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Genus Elodea — 4 Species

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Breitblättrige Wasserpest

Elodea canadensis

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Nuttall-Wasserpest

Elodea nuttallii

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Wasserstern-Wasserpest

Elodea callitrichoides

long-sheathed waterweed

Elodea bifoliata

Data verified März 2026

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