Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Species:
kannangarae
ID:
1334017

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.A.Silva, Deshaprema & Manamperi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 272: 220 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346471

Common Names

  • Aponogeton kannangarae
  • Aponogeton kannangarae Plant
  • Aponogeton kannangarae Aquatic

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Description

Aponogeton kannangarae (also called Kannangara's Aponogeton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Aponogetonaceae family. It is native to Sri Lanka. It grows in moist forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aponogeton kannangarae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aponogeton kannangarae has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aponogeton kannangarae is a tropical aquatic plant native to Sri Lanka. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown in a pot or in an aquarium. It prefers a nutrient-rich substrate and should be kept in a warm, humid environment. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Aponogeton kannangarae

Aponogeton kannangarae is native to Sri Lanka and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Central Highlands.

Aponogeton kannangarae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aponogeton kannangarae?

Aponogeton kannangarae

What is the common name of Aponogeton kannangarae?

Kannangarae

What is the natural habitat of Aponogeton kannangarae?

Tropical rainforests

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

Madura Anusha de Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Silva' in the authors string.
K.M.S. Deshaprema: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deshaprema' in the authors string.
J.P.J. Manamperi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Manamperi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77157474-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.