Aponogeton hexatepalus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hexatepalus
ID:
761627
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Bruggen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Blumea 17: 136 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760960
Common Names
- Hexatepalus Aponogeton
- African Water-Plant
- Water Hawthorn
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aponogeton hexatepalus (also called Cape Pondweed, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in shallow water, usually in ponds or slow-moving streams.
Uses & Benefits
Aponogeton hexatepalus 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 hexatepalus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aponogeton hexatepalus 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 hexatepalus
Aponogeton hexatepalus can be found in the rivers and streams of South Africa.
Aponogeton hexatepalus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aponogeton hexatepalus?
Aponogeton hexatepalus
What is the natural habitat of Aponogeton hexatepalus?
It is found in shallow streams and ponds in tropical Africa.
What are the care requirements of Aponogeton hexatepalus?
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
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:82951-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.