Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schott) Thwaites
Source:
wcs
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 334 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222274
Common Names
- Koenig's Water-Lily
- Koenig's Nymphaea
- Koenig's Water-Plant
Description
Lagenandra koenigii (also called 'Koenig'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 koenigii 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 koenigii has white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lagenandra koenigii is a tropical plant that prefers warm temperatures and bright indirect light. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. The stem cuttings should be taken from the mother plant and placed in a moist potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm environment until they have rooted. Division can be done by carefully dividing the root ball of the mother plant into two or more sections. Each section should be planted in a separate pot with a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Lagenandra koenigii
Lagenandra koenigii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia.
Lagenandra koenigii FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Lagenandra koenigii?
Lagenandra koenigii prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)
What type of light does Lagenandra koenigii need?
Lagenandra koenigii prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should Lagenandra koenigii be watered?
Lagenandra koenigii should be watered once the soil has dried out completely.
Species in the Lagenandra genus
Lagenandra bogneri,
Lagenandra dewitii,
Lagenandra erosa,
Lagenandra gomezii,
Lagenandra jacobsenii,
Lagenandra keralensis,
Lagenandra koenigii,
Lagenandra lancifolia,
Lagenandra meeboldii,
Lagenandra nairii,
Lagenandra ovata,
Lagenandra praetermissa,
Lagenandra thwaitesii,
Lagenandra toxicaria,
Lagenandra undulata,
Lagenandra cherupuzhica,
Lagenandra peradeniyae,
Lagenandra srilankensis,
Lagenandra kalugalensis,
Lagenandra wayambae,
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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,