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Parrotfeather

Myriophyllum aquaticum

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (8 countries), Asia (11 countries), Europe (14 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Saxifragales (Saxifragales)

Species

Myriophyllum aquaticum (Parrotfeather)

Names in Other Languages

French Myriophylle du brésil

German Brasilien-Tausendblatt

Portuguese milefólio-aquático

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Parrotfeather?

The scientific name of Parrotfeather is Myriophyllum aquaticum. It belongs to the genus Myriophyllum.

Where does Parrotfeather live?

Parrotfeather is found in Widely distributed across Africa (8 countries), Asia (11 countries), Europe (14 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, China, Colombia, Denmark.

What family does Parrotfeather belong to?

Parrotfeather (Myriophyllum aquaticum) belongs to the genus Myriophyllum, which is part of the taxonomic family Haloragaceae.

What kingdom does Parrotfeather belong to?

Parrotfeather (Myriophyllum aquaticum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Parrotfeather?

The closest relatives of Parrotfeather in the genus Myriophyllum include Alternate Water Milfoil, American Water-Milfoil, Andean Water Milfoil, Asian water-milfoil, Bracted Water-Milfoil.