Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nicaeensis
ID:
771184

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ardoino) Lledó, A.P.Davis & M.B.Crespo

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 246: 241 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770517

Common Names

  • Acis
  • Nicaea Snowflake
  • Nicaea Star

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Description

Acis nicaeensis (also called Nice Acis, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Europe. It grows in shallow, freshwater lakes and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Acis nicaeensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acis nicaeensis are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acis nicaeensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in a rock garden or border.

Where to Find Acis nicaeensis

Acis nicaeensis is found in the Mediterranean region.

Acis nicaeensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acis nicaeensis?

Acis nicaeensis

What is the growth habit of Acis nicaeensis?

It is an evergreen perennial herb with a rosette of leaves.

What is the native range of Acis nicaeensis?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-309233: Based on the initial data import
Aaron Paul Davis (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Davis' in the authors string.
Manuel-Benito Crespo (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Crespo' in the authors string.
Honoré Jean Baptiste Ardoino (1819-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ardoino' in the authors string.
María Dolores Lledó (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lledó' in the authors string.