What is another word for water chickweed?
Pronunciation: [wˈɔːtə t͡ʃˈɪkwiːd] (IPA) 
Water chickweed, also known as water carpet, is a small floating plant that can be found in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams. Its scientific name is Hydrocotyle ranunculoides. Synonyms for water chickweed include floating pennywort, water pennywort, and water navelwort. These names refer to the shape of the plant's leaves, which resemble pennies or navels. Water chickweed is considered an invasive species in many areas, as it can grow quickly and choke out native plants. It can also interfere with water flow and create habitat for mosquitoes and other pests. Therefore, it is important to control its spread and limit its impact on the ecosystem.
