Aponogeton eggersii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eggersii
ID:
761608
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bogner & H.Bruggen
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Aqua Pl. 26: 63 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760941
Common Names
- Eggers' Aponogeton
- Eggers' Aponogeton Plant
- Eggers' Aponogeton Flower
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Aponogeton eggersii (also called Eggers' Aponogeton, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to Madagascar. It grows in shallow, slow-moving water and has long, thin leaves. It is often used as an ornamental plant in aquariums.
Uses & Benefits
Aponogeton eggersii is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums, as it is known to produce beautiful white flowers and is relatively easy to care for. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aponogeton eggersii has white flowers with yellowish-green veins and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.
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Aponogeton eggersii can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Plant the rhizomes in the substrate with the growing points facing up. Plant the seeds in a shallow tray of moist soil and cover with a thin layer of soil. Keep the soil moist and provide bright light. The seeds should germinate within 10-14 days.
Where to Find Aponogeton eggersii
Aponogeton eggersii can be found in the rivers and streams of South Africa.
Aponogeton eggersii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aponogeton eggersii?
Aponogeton eggersii
What is the natural habitat of Aponogeton eggersii?
It is found in shallow streams and ponds in tropical Africa.
What are the care requirements of Aponogeton eggersii?
It prefers a temperature range of 72-82°F, pH of 6.5-7.5, and a water hardness of 5-15 dGH.
Species in the Aponogeton genus
Aponogeton abyssinicus, Aponogeton afroviolaceus, Aponogeton angustifolius, Aponogeton appendiculatus, Aponogeton azureus, Aponogeton bernerianus, Aponogeton bogneri, Aponogeton boivinianus, Aponogeton bruggenii, Aponogeton bullosus, Aponogeton capuronii, Aponogeton cordatus, Aponogeton crispus, Aponogeton decaryi, Aponogeton desertorum, Aponogeton dioecus, Aponogeton distachyos, Aponogeton eggersii, Aponogeton elongatus, Aponogeton euryspermus, Aponogeton fotianus, Aponogeton hexatepalus, Aponogeton jacobsenii, Aponogeton junceus, Aponogeton kimberleyensis, Aponogeton lakhonensis, Aponogeton lancesmithii, Aponogeton longiplumulosus, Aponogeton loriae, Aponogeton madagascariensis, Aponogeton natalense, Aponogeton natans, Aponogeton nudiflorus, Aponogeton proliferus, Aponogeton queenslandicus, Aponogeton ranunculiflorus, Aponogeton rehmannii, Aponogeton rigidifolius, Aponogeton robinsonii, Aponogeton satarensis, Aponogeton stuhlmannii, Aponogeton subconjugatus, Aponogeton tenuispicatus, Aponogeton troupinii, Aponogeton ulvaceum, Aponogeton undulatus, Aponogeton vallisnerioides, Aponogeton vanbruggenii, Aponogeton viridis, Aponogeton womersleyi,
Species in the Aponogetonaceae family
Aponogeton abyssinicus, Aponogeton afroviolaceus, Aponogeton angustifolius, Aponogeton appendiculatus, Aponogeton azureus, Aponogeton bernerianus, Aponogeton bogneri, Aponogeton boivinianus, Aponogeton bruggenii, Aponogeton bullosus, Aponogeton capuronii, Aponogeton cordatus, Aponogeton crispus, Aponogeton decaryi, Aponogeton desertorum, Aponogeton dioecus, Aponogeton distachyos, Aponogeton eggersii, Aponogeton elongatus, Aponogeton euryspermus, Aponogeton fotianus, Aponogeton hexatepalus, Aponogeton jacobsenii, Aponogeton junceus, Aponogeton kimberleyensis, Aponogeton lakhonensis, Aponogeton lancesmithii, Aponogeton longiplumulosus, Aponogeton loriae, Aponogeton madagascariensis, Aponogeton natalense, Aponogeton natans, Aponogeton nudiflorus, Aponogeton proliferus, Aponogeton queenslandicus, Aponogeton ranunculiflorus, Aponogeton rehmannii, Aponogeton rigidifolius, Aponogeton robinsonii, Aponogeton satarensis, Aponogeton stuhlmannii, Aponogeton subconjugatus, Aponogeton tenuispicatus, Aponogeton troupinii, Aponogeton ulvaceum, Aponogeton undulatus, Aponogeton vallisnerioides, Aponogeton vanbruggenii, Aponogeton viridis, Aponogeton womersleyi,
References
Josef Bogner (1939-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogner' in the authors string.
Harry van Bruggen (1927-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Bruggen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1021516-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.