Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
verrucosa
ID:
1269015

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.E.Fr.) A.Galán & G.Navarro

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Opusc. Bot. Pharm. Complut. 5: 82 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268353

Common Names

  • Nymphoides verrucosa
  • Warty Nymphoides
  • Warty Yellow Water-lily

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Description

Nymphoides verrucosa (also called Warty Nymphoides, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, aquatic plant that grows in tufts. It is native to South America and grows in shallow water bodies such as ponds, lakes, and streams. Its leaves are round and its flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Nymphoides verrucosa is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nymphoides verrucosa has small, yellow-green flowers, small, black seeds, and short, thin seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nymphoides verrucosa can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spores. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring or early summer. Spores should be sown in the spring on a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a cool, shaded area. The plants should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Nymphoides verrucosa

Nymphoides verrucosa is native to Peru.

Nymphoides verrucosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nymphoides verrucosa?

Nymphoides verrucosa

What is the common name of Nymphoides verrucosa?

Warty Nymphoides

What is the natural habitat of Nymphoides verrucosa?

Moist forests, along streams and rivers

Species in the Nymphoides genus

Species in the Menyanthaceae family

Liparophyllum gunnii, Liparophyllum capitatum, Liparophyllum congestiflorum, Liparophyllum exaltatum, Liparophyllum exiguum, Liparophyllum lasiospermum, Liparophyllum latifolium, Liparophyllum violifolium, Menyanthes trifoliata, Nephrophyllidium crista-galli, Nymphoides rautaneni, Nymphoides subacuta, Nymphoides spongiosa, Nymphoides spinulosperma, Nymphoides sivarajanii, Nymphoides siamensis, Nymphoides quadriloba, Nymphoides planosperma, Nymphoides peltata, Nymphoides parvifolia, Nymphoides simulans, Nymphoides triangularis, Nymphoides geminata, Nymphoides humboldtiana, Nymphoides hastata, Nymphoides guineensis, Nymphoides fallax, Nymphoides hydrophylla, Nymphoides furculifolia, Nymphoides forbesiana, Nymphoides montana, Nymphoides minor, Nymphoides humilis, Nymphoides krishnakesara, Nymphoides indica, Nymphoides ezannoi, Nymphoides flaccida, Nymphoides beaglensis, Nymphoides elliptica, Nymphoides disperma, Nymphoides brevipedicellata, Nymphoides bosseri, Nymphoides cambodiana, Nymphoides coreana, Nymphoides aquatica, Nymphoides thunbergiana, Nymphoides cordata, Nymphoides milnei, Nymphoides tenuissima, Nymphoides elegans,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50232130: Based on the initial data import
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
Antonio Galán de Mera (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Galán' in the authors string.
Gonzalo Navarro Sánchez (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Navarro' in the authors string.