Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
jacobsenii
ID:
222943

Status:
valid

Authors:
de Wit

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Aquariumpl. , ed. 4: 291 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222272

Common Names

  • Jacobsen's Water-Lily
  • Jacobsen's Nymphaea
  • Jacobsen's Water-Plant

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Description

Lagenandra jacobsenii (also called 'Jacobsen's Lagenandra', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India. It has a single, upright, unbranched stem and long, narrow, pointed leaves. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small and red. It grows in humid, tropical forests, usually in the understory of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Lagenandra jacobsenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Lagenandra jacobsenii has white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagenandra jacobsenii is a tropical evergreen plant that grows to a height of up to 3 feet. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by stem cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer and planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Lagenandra jacobsenii

Lagenandra jacobsenii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia.

Lagenandra jacobsenii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Lagenandra jacobsenii?

Lagenandra jacobsenii prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)

What type of light does Lagenandra jacobsenii need?

Lagenandra jacobsenii prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Lagenandra jacobsenii be watered?

Lagenandra jacobsenii should be watered once the soil has dried out completely.

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,

References

Hendrik de Wit (1909-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Wit' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:957799-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.