Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Species:
nudiflorus
ID:
761657

Status:
valid

Authors:
Peter

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Abh. Preuss. Akad. Wiss., Phys.-Math. Kl. , n.f., 13(2): 40 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760990

Common Names

  • Aponogeton Nudiflorus
  • Nudiflorus Water Plant
  • Nudiflor Water Plant

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Description

Aponogeton nudiflorus (also called Naked-Flowered Aponogeton, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to Madagascar. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in shallow water, usually in ponds or slow-moving streams.

Uses & Benefits

Aponogeton nudiflorus is a popular aquarium plant. It is used to provide shelter and shade for fish, as well as oxygenate the water. It can also be used as a decorative plant in ponds and aquariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aponogeton nudiflorus has white flowers with a yellow center and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aponogeton nudiflorus is a perennial aquatic plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes or by seed. It prefers a temperature range of 65-75°F (18-24°C) and a pH range of 6.5-7.5. It requires moderate to bright light and should be planted in a substrate of nutrient-rich soil. It should be fertilized regularly with a liquid fertilizer.

Where to Find Aponogeton nudiflorus

Aponogeton nudiflorus can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.

Aponogeton nudiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aponogeton nudiflorus?

Aponogeton nudiflorus

What is the common name of Aponogeton nudiflorus?

Naked-flowered Aponogeton

Where is Aponogeton nudiflorus native to?

Madagascar

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

Albert Peter (1853-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:82959-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.