Classified in the frog's-bit family (Hydrocharitaceae), Elodea is native to the Americas [1] and is also widely used as aquarium vegetation and laboratory demonstrations of cellular activities.

Elodea, genus of five or six species of submerged aquatic plants in the frog’s-bit family (Hydrocharitaceae), useful in aquariums and in laboratory demonstrations of cellular activities.

May 19, 2025 · Elodea is one of the few pond plants that can remain green all winter long. Dark-green leaves in dense whorls of two to three that become more crowded toward the top. …

Elodea can be found in wet mud along sluggish streams, seepage areas, and marshes. Elodea has no known direct food value to wildlife, but is used extensively by insects and invertebrates. …

Jul 21, 2023 · Explore the taxonomy of Elodea, learn how to take care of it, and understand the process of propagation for aquatic enthusiasts.

Nov 4, 2025 · Elodea is present in virtually every region of North America (Kartesz, 1999). It is rare in Florida, occurring in some streams in Jackson County. It blooms in the spring …

Jul 28, 2024 · Elodea, a genus of submerged aquatic plants in the frog’s-bit family, is a captivating group comprising of five or six known species. These plants are primarily found in freshwater …

Sep 25, 2025 · Elodea is a genus of herbaceous perennials, commonly called waterweeds, characterized by dark green leaves grouped along the stem. These dioecious plants …

Nov 29, 2022 · Elodea is a perennial and prefers quiet, still and fresh to slightly brackish waters. It is a prolific producer of oxygen and can grow into some of the thickest mats of aquatic …

Feb 26, 2025 · Elodea enhances water quality, oxygenates aquatic environments, and supports ecosystems. Learn how this versatile plant benefits ponds, lakes, and research applications.