Family: Alismataceae
Author: Lej.
Bibliography: Fl. Spa 1: 175 (1811)
Year: 1811
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Alisma
Vegetable: False
Observations: Temp. Northern Hemisphere
Description
Geyer waterplantain, scientifically known as Alisma gramineum, is a fascinating aquatic plant widely distributed across the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. This perennial species is a member of the Alismataceae family and is characterized by its grass-like leaves and delicate inflorescences that rise above its wetland habitat.
As a native inhabitant of standing water bodies such as ponds, marshes, and slow-moving streams, Geyer waterplantain thrives in moist, nutrient-rich environments. Its slender, blade-like leaves are typically submerged or floating, contributing to its graceful yet unassuming appearance. The plant’s small, white to pale pink flowers form in clusters on long, erect stems, creating a subtle yet enchanting floral display during its blooming season.
First officially described in Flora Spa 1 in 1811 by Lej., Alisma gramineum has since been recognized for its ecological significance in wetland ecosystems. It plays a crucial role in providing habitat and food for various aquatic organisms and contributes to the overall health and biodiversity of its environment.
Despite its widespread occurrence, Geyer waterplantain is seldom a dominant plant in its habitats, often coexisting with other wetland species in a balanced aquatic community. This plant’s presence indicates healthy water systems and supports the intricate web of life within these aquatic environments.
In conclusion, Alisma gramineum is more than just a plant; it is a vital component of its ecosystem, symbolizing the tranquility and resilience of wetland areas. Its elegant form and ecological contributions exemplify the intricate beauty and interconnectedness of nature’s aquatic realms.
Common Names
Eng: alisma graminoide, geyer waterplantain, grass-leaved water plantain, grasslike waterplantain, narrow-leaf water-plantain, narrowleaf water plantain, ribbon-leaved water-plantain, grass alisma, grass-leaved water-plantain, geyer’s water-plantain, grass-like water-plantain, narrow-leaved water-plantain, narrowleaf water-plantain, ribbon-leaved water plantain
Dan: båndbladet skeblad, kortbladet skeblad, kortskaftet skeblad
Deu: grasartiger froschlöffel, grasblättriger froschlöffel
Swe: grässvalting
Fra: plantain deau à feuilles de graminée, alisma graminoïde, alisma à feuilles de graminées, flûteau à feuilles de graminées, plantain d’eau à feuilles de graminée
Nld: smalle waterweegbree
Lav: zalaina cirvene
Cym: dër-lyriad hirfain, dŵr-lyriad hirfain, llyriad-y-dŵr hirfain
Ara: shúsha, wedína
En: Geyer waterplantain, Alisma graminoide, Grass-leaved water plantain, Grasslike waterplantain, Narrow-leaf water-plantain, Narrowleaf water plantain, Ribbon-leaved water-plantain, Grass alisma, Grass-leaved water-plantain, Geyer’s water-plantain, Narrowleaf Water-plantain, Ribbon-leaved water plantain, Grass-like water-plantain, Narrow-leaved water-plantain
Ar: زماره الراعى (زُمَّارة الراعى), ودينه (وِدِينه), Shúsha, Wedína
Da: Båndbladet skeblad, Kortbladet skeblad, Kortskaftet skeblad
Nl: Smalle waterweegbree, Smalbladige Waterweegbree
Fr: Plantain deau à feuilles de graminée, Alisma graminoïde, Alisma à Feuilles de Graminées, Flûteau à Feuilles de Graminées, Plantain d’eau à feuilles de graminée, Alisma à feuilles de graminée, Flûteau à feuilles de graminée, Flûteau-graminée
De: Grasartiger Froschlöffel, Grasblättriger Froschlöffel, Gras-Froschlöffel
He: כף-צפרדע דגנית
It: Mestolaccia sottile
Lv: Zalaina cirvene
Sv: Grässvalting
Cy: Dër-Lyriad Hirfain, Dŵr-Lyriad Hirfain, Llyriad-y-Dŵr Hirfain
Synonyms
- Alisma loeselii (Gorski)
- Alisma plantago-aquatica f. angustissimum ((DC.) Asch. & Graebn.)
- Alisma graminifolium f. submersum (Glück)
- Alisma graminifolium f. strictum (Glück)
- Alisma graminifolium f. semimersum (Glück)
- Alisma graminifolium f. pumilum ((Nolte ex Sond.) Glück)
- Alisma geyeri var. angustissimum (Lunell)
- Alisma gramineum var. geyeri ((Torr.) Sam.)
- Alisma graminifolium f. terrestre (Glück)
- Alisma plantago-aquatica f. graminifolium (Rchb.)
- Alisma arcuatum (Michalet)
- Alisma graminifolium (Glück)
- Alisma gramineum f. arcuatum ((Michalet) Tournay & Lawalrée)
- Alisma validum (Greene)
- Alisma plantago-aquatica var. gramineum ((Lej.) Dumort.)
- Alisma geyeri var. pumilum ((Prahl) Lunell)
- Alisma plantago-aquatica var. pumilum (Nolte ex Sond.)
- Alisma geyeri var. giganteum (Lunell)
- Alisma geyeri (Torr.)
- Alisma gramineum f. aestuosum ((Bolle) Soó)
- Alisma gramineum subsp. arcuatum ((Michalet) Hyl.)
- Alisma plantago-aquatica var. arcuatum ((Michalet) St.-Lag.)
- Alisma graminifolium f. angustissimum ((DC.) Glück)
- Alisma gramineum f. emersum (Holmb.)
- Alisma gramineum var. angustissimum ((DC.) Hendricks)
- Alisma plantago-aquatica subsp. arcuatum ((Michalet) Nyman)
- Alisma plantago-aquatica var. decumbens (Boiss.)
- Alisma plantago-aquatica f. micropetalum ((Čelak.) Buchenau)
- Alisma plantago-aquatica var. terrestre ((Glück) Hegi)
- Alisma submersum var. arcuatum ((Michalet) Adamov)
- Alisma arcuatum var. pumilum (Prahl)
- Alisma plantago-aquatica var. angustissimum (DC.)
- Alisma plantago-aquatica f. aestuosum (Bolle)
- Alisma plantago-aquatica var. micropetalum (Čelak.)
- Alisma arcuatum var. angustissimum ((DC.) Lunell)
- Alisma arcuatum var. lanceolatum ((Buchenau) Lunell)
Distribution
- Afghanistan (native)
- Alberta (native)
- Altay (native)
- Arizona (native)
- Austria (native)
- Baltic States (native)
- Belarus (native)
- Belgium (native)
- British Columbia (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- Buryatiya (native)
- California (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- China North-Central (native)
- Chita (native)
- Colorado (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- Denmark (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- Egypt (native)
- France (native)
- Germany (native)
- Great Britain (native)
- Greece (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Idaho (native)
- Inner Mongolia (native)
- Iran (native)
- Irkutsk (native)
- Italy (native)
- Kazakhstan (native)
- Krasnoyarsk (native)
- Krym (native)
- Lebanon-Syria (native)
- Libya (native)
- Manchuria (native)
- Manitoba (native)
- Minnesota (native)
- Mongolia (native)
- Montana (native)
- Morocco (native)
- Nebraska (native)
- Netherlands (native)
- Nevada (native)
- New Mexico (native)
- New York (native)
- North Caucasus (native)
- North Dakota (native)
- North European Russi (native)
- Northwest European R (native)
- Ontario (native)
- Oregon (native)
- Pakistan (native)
- Palestine (native)
- Poland (native)
- Primorye (native)
- Qinghai (native)
- Québec (native)
- Romania (native)
- Saskatchewan (native)
- South Dakota (native)
- Switzerland (native)
- Tadzhikistan (native)
- Transcaucasus (native)
- Tunisia (native)
- Turkey (native)
- Turkey-in-Europe (native)
- Tuva (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Utah (native)
- Uzbekistan (native)
- Vermont (native)
- Washington (native)
- West Himalaya (native)
- West Siberia (native)
- Wisconsin (native)
- Wyoming (native)
- Xinjiang (native)
- Yakutskiya (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
- Portugal (introduced)
- Spain (introduced)
Additional Images
Fruit
Taken Nov 10, 2022 by Romyosotis (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 6, 2022 by Joseph Dupont (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 2, 2008 by Henk Van Lottum (cc-by-sa)
Flower
Taken Aug 29, 1983 by Andrew Gagg (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Ori Fragman-Sapir (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Jun 2, 2008 by Henk Van Lottum (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − USDA NRCS Wetland Science Institute. (public)
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Encyclopedia of Life (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Encyclopedia of Life (cc-by-nc)
Taken Aug 29, 1983 by Andrew Gagg (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 2, 2008 by Henk Van Lottum (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Aug 28, 1983 by Andrew Gagg (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 28, 1983 by Andrew Gagg (cc-by-sa)
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2865152)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77097302-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Alisma gramineum Lej.)
Specifications
Growth form>: Single Crown
Growth habit>: Forb/herb
Growth rate>: Moderate
Growth
Ph maximum: 7.4
Ph minimum: 5.8
Light: 8
Atmospheric humidity: 9
Bloom months: [‘may’, ‘jun’, ‘jul’, ‘aug’, ‘sep’]
Soil nutriments: 4