Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
leiosperma
ID:
771282

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koidz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 31: 257 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770615

Common Names

  • Smooth-seeded Blyxa
  • Blyxa leiosperma
  • Smooth-seeded Blyxa Grass

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Description

Blyxa leiosperma (also called Narrowleaf Blyxa, among many other common names) is a small, grass-like aquatic plant native to Southeast Asia. It has bright green, narrow-shaped leaves and grows in shallow water, usually in ponds or slow-moving streams.

Uses & Benefits

Blyxa leiosperma is used as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blyxa leiosperma has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blyxa leiosperma is an easy-to-grow, low-maintenance aquatic plant. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizome or by planting the seeds. It prefers a nutrient-rich substrate and plenty of light. It should be planted in groups of at least 3-5 plants for a more natural look.

Where to Find Blyxa leiosperma

Blyxa leiosperma is native to Southeast Asia.

Blyxa leiosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blyxa leiosperma?

Blyxa leiosperma

What is the growth rate of Blyxa leiosperma?

Blyxa leiosperma has a slow to medium growth rate.

What is the ideal water temperature for Blyxa leiosperma?

Blyxa leiosperma prefers a water temperature between 72-82°F (22-28°C).

Species in the Hydrocharitaceae family

Appertiella hexandra, Blyxa aubertii, Blyxa echinosperma, Blyxa hexandra, Blyxa japonica, Blyxa javanica, Blyxa leiosperma, Blyxa novoguineensis, Blyxa octandra, Blyxa quadricostata, Blyxa radicans, Blyxa senegalensis, Blyxa vietii, Blyxa kasaragodensis, Blyxa mangalensis, Elodea canadensis, Elodea bifoliata, Elodea callitrichoides, Elodea canadensis, Elodea densa, Elodea granatensis, Elodea naias, Elodea nuttallii, Elodea potamogeton, Elodea granatensis, Elodea heterostemon, Enhalus acoroides, Halophila australis, Halophila baillonis, Halophila beccarii, Halophila decipiens, Halophila engelmannii, Halophila hawaiiana, Halophila major, Halophila minor, Halophila ovalis, Halophila spinulosa, Halophila stipulacea, Halophila tricostata, Halophila capricorni, Halophila mikii, Halophila nipponica, Halophila okinawensis, Halophila sulawesii, Halophila madagascariensis, Halophila spinulosa, Hydrilla verticillata, Hydrocharis chevalieri, Hydrocharis dubia, Hydrocharis morsus-ranae,

References

Gen-ichi Koidzumi (1883-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koidz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:431634-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.