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Helosciadium inundatum (L.) W. D. J. Koch

lesser marshwort (Apiaceae / Umbelliferae)

 SpreadBias within British IslesDirection of bias
WidespreadSlight tendencyNW
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Synonym | Apium inundatum (L.) Rchb. f.

Helosciadium inundatum is a locally frequent plant that spreads over mud which is either constantly or repeatedly under shallow water.

Fairmile (VC11: South Hampshire); 2019-07-16

 lesser marshwort / Helosciadium inundatum: _Helosciadium inundatum_ is a locally frequent plant that spreads over mud which is either constantly or repeatedly under shallow water.

The small, white flowers of Helosciadium inundatum produce small, ribbed fruits.

Fairmile (VC11: South Hampshire); 2019-07-16

 lesser marshwort / Helosciadium inundatum: The small, white flowers of _Helosciadium inundatum_ produce small, ribbed fruits.

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