Scheuchzeriaceae is a relatively uncommon word that refers to a family of aquatic plants. Some synonyms for Scheuchzeriaceae include the family name "water starwort," as well as the common name "water grass." Other synonyms for this family of plants include the genus name "Scheuchzeria," which is the sole genus within the Scheuchzeriaceae family. This family is less well-known than some other aquatic plant families, such as the lily family (Nymphaeaceae) or the waterweed family (Hydrocharitaceae), but it still includes some important aquatic plants that are commonly found in lakes and wetlands around the world.