Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
thwaitesii
ID:
222953

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 2: 621 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222282

Common Names

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

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Description

Lagenandra thwaitesii (also called Thwaitesii, among many other common names) is a terrestrial aroid that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in moist forests and savannas. The leaves are alternate, elliptic to ovate-lanceolate, and up to 8 cm long. The flowers are white to pinkish, with four petals.

Uses & Benefits

Lagenandra thwaitesii 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 thwaitesii 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

Laelia thwaitesii is a tropical orchid that prefers warm temperatures and bright indirect light. It can be propagated from seed or by division. To propagate from seed, the seeds should be sown on a moist potting mix and kept warm and moist until they germinate. 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 thwaitesii

Lagenandra thwaitesii is native to Sri Lanka and can be found in the wet zone of the country.

Lagenandra thwaitesii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Lagenandra thwaitesii?

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

What type of light does Lagenandra thwaitesii need?

Lagenandra thwaitesii prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Lagenandra thwaitesii be watered?

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

Species in the Araceae family

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References

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:87404-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.