Blyxa novoguineensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
novoguineensis
ID:
771286
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hartog
Source:
wcs
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 6: 47 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770619
Common Names
- New Guinea Blyxa
- Blyxa novoguineensis
- New Guinea Blyxa Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Blyxa novoguineensis (also called New Guinea Blyxa, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant native to New Guinea, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is a stem plant with bright green, lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in shallow water or on the edges of ponds and streams, and prefers a nutrient-rich substrate.
Uses & Benefits
Blyxa novoguineensis is used as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Blyxa novoguineensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Blyxa novoguineensis 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 novoguineensis
Blyxa novoguineensis is native to New Guinea.
Blyxa novoguineensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blyxa novoguineensis?
Blyxa novoguineensis
What is the growth rate of Blyxa novoguineensis?
Blyxa novoguineensis has a slow to medium growth rate.
What is the ideal water temperature for Blyxa novoguineensis?
Blyxa novoguineensis prefers a water temperature between 72-82°F (22-28°C).
Species in the Blyxa genus
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
Cornelis den Hartog (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hartog' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:431637-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.