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Fern Pondweed

Potamogeton robbinsii

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Canada, Norway, and United States.

🇨🇦 Canada 🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

French potamot de Robbins

Similar Species in Potamogeton

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Alga Pondweed
Potamogeton confervoides
Least Concern
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Alpine Pondweed
Potamogeton alpinus
Critically Endangered
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American Pondweed
Potamogeton epihydrus
Least Concern
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Baby Pondweed
Potamogeton pusillus
Endangered
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Berchtold'S Pondweed
Potamogeton berchtoldii
Least Concern
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Blunt-Leaved Pondweed
Potamogeton obtusifolius
Least Concern
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bog pondweed
Potamogeton polygonifolius
Least Concern
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Broad-Leaved Pondweed
Potamogeton nodosus
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Fern Pondweed?
The scientific name of Fern Pondweed is Potamogeton robbinsii. It belongs to the genus Potamogeton.
What is the conservation status of Fern Pondweed?
Fern Pondweed (Potamogeton robbinsii) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Fern Pondweed live?
Fern Pondweed is found in Distributed across Canada, Norway, and United States.. Countries include Canada, Norway, United States.
What family does Fern Pondweed belong to?
Fern Pondweed (Potamogeton robbinsii) belongs to the genus Potamogeton, which is part of the taxonomic family Potamogetonaceae.
Is Fern Pondweed endangered?
No, Fern Pondweed (Potamogeton robbinsii) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Fern Pondweed belong to?
Fern Pondweed (Potamogeton robbinsii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Fern Pondweed?
The closest relatives of Fern Pondweed in the genus Potamogeton include Alga Pondweed, Alpine Pondweed, American Pondweed, Baby Pondweed, Berchtold'S Pondweed.

Native Range — 3 Countries

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Genus Potamogeton — 20 Species

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Alga Pondweed
Potamogeton confervoides
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Alpine Pondweed
Potamogeton alpinus
CR 🐾
American Pondweed
Potamogeton epihydrus
LC 🐾
Baby Pondweed
Potamogeton pusillus
EN 🐾
Berchtold'S Pondweed
Potamogeton berchtoldii
LC 🐾
Blunt-Leaved Pondweed
Potamogeton obtusifolius
LC 🐾
bog pondweed
Potamogeton polygonifolius
LC 🐾
Broad-Leaved Pondweed
Potamogeton nodosus
NT 🐾
Broad-Leaved Pondweed
Potamogeton natans
LC 🐾
Broad-Leaved Pondweed
Potamogeton amplifolius
LC 🐾
burreed-like pondweed
Potamogeton sparganiifolius
NE 🐾
Clasped Pondweed
Potamogeton perfoliatus
EN 🐾
Closed-Leaved Pondweed
Potamogeton foliosus
LC 🐾
Crisp Pondweed
Potamogeton crispus
LC 🐾
Eel-Grass Pondweed
Potamogeton zosteriformis
NE 🐾
fen pondweed
Potamogeton coloratus
EN
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Fern Pondweed
Potamogeton robbinsii
LC
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Flat-Stalk Pondweed
Potamogeton friesii
NT 🐾
Grass-Leaf Pondweed
Potamogeton gramineus
EN 🐾
Grass-Wrack Pondweed
Potamogeton compressus
CR
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