A common and widespread species with stable populations. Listed as Lesst Concern.

Potamogeton natans is a cosmopolitan species that is found in the moderate and tropical regions of nearly the whole globe. In the Mediterranean region, it is known from numerous localities

In Africa, it is present in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Libya.

The populations appear to be stable.

Potamogeton natans is a vivacious Hydrophyte that is found in rivers, lakes, ponds, springs and marshlands. It colonizes equally eutrophic and oligotrophic waters. Its flowering period occurs between May and September. It is an oxygenating plant that forms very important herbaria for the development of the aquatic fauna and it is often used for construction on artificial ponds.

Drainage and urbanization are the main threats to the habitat of this species.

It is used as an ornamental species in artificial ponds.

There are no conservation measures in place but the following ones are recommended:
- Surveillance of the existing sites.
- To study the biology and ecology of the species and estimate the population size
- Monitoring the population dynamics
- Implementation of legal protection measures