Coontail
NameCoontail
Species NameCeratophyllum demersum
Common NameCoontail
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Container TypeNot Applicable - Aquatic Plant
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Foliage Typefeathery
Height (cm)0
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot Applicable - Aquatic Plant
Notable FeaturesThis is an aquatic plant, Ceratophyllum demersum, commonly known as Coontail. It is a rootless, free-floating oxygenator often used in aquariums and ponds. The bubbles on its leaves indicate active photosynthesis.
Description
This image displays a vibrant green aquatic plant, identified as Coontail, submerged in water. Numerous small bubbles cling to its finely branched, feathery leaves, indicating active photosynthesis. This specimen is an aquatic plant, not a bonsai, therefore many bonsai-specific attributes are not applicable.
