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European water plantain
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European water plantain (Alisma plantago-aquatica)
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European water plantain

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Also known as: Alisma plantago-aquatica
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  • European water plantain (Alisma plantago-aquatica)
    water plantain

    …variety of the European species A. plantago-aquatica, is common throughout North America. The plant grows to about 1 metre (39 inches) in height and has ovate, slightly pointed leaves. The flowers grow in whorls along a many-branched stalk. Some species, including A. subcordatum and A. orientale (sometimes listed as a…

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    …variety of the European species A. plantago-aquatica, is common throughout North America. The plant grows to about 1 metre (39 inches) in height and has ovate, slightly pointed leaves. The flowers grow in whorls along a many-branched stalk. Some species, including A. subcordatum and A. orientale (sometimes listed as a…

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