Grassy Naiad, Nodding Waternymph, Slender Naiad, Wavy Waternymph
Najas flexilis
Family: Hydrocharitaceae
What it is like
An annual herb. It grows in water.
There are about 40 Najas species. There are 7 Najas species in tropical America. Also put in the family Najadaceae. The Najadaceae or water nymphs are plants which grow in fresh or brackish water. They grow under the water.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows under water.
Countries/locations it is found in
Britain, Europe, North America, USA
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves