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Shining Pondweed

Potamogeton lucens

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, and temperate coniferous forests, among 7 distinct biome types spanning the Indomalayan and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Pakistan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇰 Pakistan 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Alismatales (Alismatales)

Species

Potamogeton lucens (Shining Pondweed)

Names in Other Languages

French potamot à feuilles luisantes

German Glänzendes Laichkraut

Similar Species in Potamogeton

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Alga Pondweed

Potamogeton confervoides

Critically Endangered

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American Pondweed

Potamogeton epihydrus

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 Shining Pondweed?

The scientific name of Shining Pondweed is Potamogeton lucens. It belongs to the genus Potamogeton.

What is the conservation status of Shining Pondweed?

Shining Pondweed (Potamogeton lucens) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Shining Pondweed live?

Shining Pondweed is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Pakistan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Pakistan, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Shining Pondweed belong to?

Shining Pondweed (Potamogeton lucens) belongs to the genus Potamogeton, which is part of the taxonomic family Potamogetonaceae.

Is Shining Pondweed endangered?

Yes, Shining Pondweed (Potamogeton lucens) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Shining Pondweed belong to?

Shining Pondweed (Potamogeton lucens) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Shining Pondweed?

The closest relatives of Shining Pondweed in the genus Potamogeton include Alga Pondweed, Alpine Pondweed, American Pondweed, Baby Pondweed, Berchtold'S Pondweed.