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Arrowhead

Sagittaria sagittifolia

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Alismatales ›Family: Alismataceae ›Genus: Sagittaria

About

Sagittaria sagittifolia (also called arrowhead due to the shape of its leaves) is a flowering plant in the family Alismataceae, native to wetlands most of Europe from Ireland and Portugal to Finland and Bulgaria, and in Russia, Ukraine, Siberia, Japan, Turkey, China, Australia, Vietnam and the Caucasus. It is also cultivated as a food crop in some other countries. In Britain it is the only native Sagittaria.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Arrowhead?
The scientific name of Arrowhead is Sagittaria sagittifolia.
What is the conservation status of Arrowhead?
The Arrowhead has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Arrowhead belong to?
Arrowhead belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Arrowhead belong to?
Arrowhead belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Arrowhead belong to?
Arrowhead belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Arrowhead belong to?
Arrowhead belongs to the order Alismatales.
What family does Arrowhead belong to?
Arrowhead belongs to the family Alismataceae.
What genus does Arrowhead belong to?
Arrowhead belongs to the genus Sagittaria.