Status:
valid
Authors:
Schott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 1: 122 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933251
Common Names
- Cryptocoryne pontederiifolia
- Water Trumpet
- Narrow-Leaved Water Trumpet
Description
Cryptocoryne pontederiifolia (also called Water Trumpet, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant from the Araceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in slow-moving streams and rivers. It has a rosette-like growth form, with long, narrow, pointed leaves that are green in color.
Uses & Benefits
Cryptocoryne pontederiifolia is an aquatic plant that is often used in aquariums and ponds. It is known for its ability to survive in low-light conditions and its ability to help filter out toxins from the water. It can also help to provide oxygen to the water and can be used to create a natural habitat for fish and other aquatic creatures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cryptocoryne pontederiifolia is a pale yellow-green spathe with a white limb. The seeds are small, dark brown, and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cryptocoryne pontederiifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants prefer partial shade and should be protected from direct sunlight. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.
Where to Find Cryptocoryne pontederiifolia
Cryptocoryne pontederiifolia is native to India.
Species in the Cryptocoryne genus
Cryptocoryne coronata,
Cryptocoryne sivadasanii,
Cryptocoryne uenoi,
Cryptocoryne yujii,
Cryptocoryne ideii,
Cryptocoryne zaidiana,
Cryptocoryne noritoi,
Cryptocoryne bangkaensis,
Cryptocoryne mekongensis,
Cryptocoryne loeiensis,
Cryptocoryne tambraparaniana,
Cryptocoryne affinis,
Cryptocoryne alba,
Cryptocoryne annamica,
Cryptocoryne aponogetifolia,
Cryptocoryne auriculata,
Cryptocoryne beckettii,
Cryptocoryne bogneri,
Cryptocoryne bullosa,
Cryptocoryne ciliata,
Cryptocoryne cognata,
Cryptocoryne consobrina,
Cryptocoryne cordata,
Cryptocoryne crispatula,
Cryptocoryne cruddasiana,
Cryptocoryne decus-silvae,
Cryptocoryne dewitii,
Cryptocoryne edithiae,
Cryptocoryne elliptica,
Cryptocoryne ferruginea,
Cryptocoryne fusca,
Cryptocoryne griffithii,
Cryptocoryne hudoroi,
Cryptocoryne jacobsenii,
Cryptocoryne keei,
Cryptocoryne lingua,
Cryptocoryne longicauda,
Cryptocoryne minima,
Cryptocoryne moehlmannii,
Cryptocoryne nevillii,
Cryptocoryne nurii,
Cryptocoryne pallidinervia,
Cryptocoryne parva,
Cryptocoryne pontederiifolia,
Cryptocoryne purpurea,
Cryptocoryne pygmaea,
Cryptocoryne retrospiralis,
Cryptocoryne schulzei,
Cryptocoryne scurrilis,
Cryptocoryne spiralis,
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus,
Adelonema allenii,
Adelonema crinipes,
Adelonema hammelii,
Adelonema kvistii,
Adelonema mofflerianum,
Adelonema orientale,
Adelonema pallidinervium,
Adelonema panamense,
Adelonema peltatum,
Adelonema picturatum,
Adelonema roezlii,
Adelonema speariae,
Adelonema wallisii,
Adelonema wendlandii,
Adelonema yanamonoense,
Aglaodorum griffithii,
Aglaonema brevispathum,
Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae,
Aglaonema cochinchinense,
Aglaonema commutatum,
Aglaonema cordifolium,
Aglaonema costatum,
Aglaonema densinervium,
Aglaonema flemingianum,
Aglaonema hookerianum,
Aglaonema marantifolium,
Aglaonema modestum,
Aglaonema nebulosum,
Aglaonema nitidum,
Aglaonema ovatum,
Aglaonema philippinense,
Aglaonema pictum,
Aglaonema pumilum,
Aglaonema rotunda,
Aglaonema simplex,
Aglaonema tricolor,
Aglaonema vittatum,
Aglaonema robeleynii,
Aglaonema birmanicum,
Aglaonema nicobaricum,
Aglaonema tassae,
Alloschemone inopinata,
Alloschemone occidentalis,
Alocasia megawatiae,
Alocasia chaii,
Alocasia infernalis,
Alocasia nycteris,
Alocasia hypoleuca,
Alocasia jiewhoei,