Submerged Aquatic Plants

Leaves Fan-shaped and Finely Dissected

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Common Name:  Cabomba, Fanwort 
Genus/Species:  Cabomba caroliniana

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Description:  Submersed leaves are oppositely arranged on the stem.  The leaves are fan-shaped and dissected into many narrow segments.  Un-dissected floating leaves may also be present.  Flower is white to light yellow and emerges from the water.  Do not confuse with Chara.

Distribution:  Southeastern quarter of the United States, north to central Illinois.