Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
octandra
ID:
771287

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Planch. ex Thwaites

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 332 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770620

Common Names

  • Octandrous Blyxa
  • Blyxa octandra
  • Octandrous Blyxa Grass

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Description

Blyxa octandra (also called Eight-Stamen Blyxa, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant native to Southeast Asia. It has bright green, lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers with eight stamens. It grows in shallow water or on the edges of ponds and streams, and prefers a nutrient-rich substrate.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blyxa octandra 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 octandra 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 octandra

Blyxa octandra is native to Southeast Asia.

Blyxa octandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blyxa octandra?

Blyxa octandra

What is the growth rate of Blyxa octandra?

Blyxa octandra has a slow to medium growth rate.

What is the ideal water temperature for Blyxa octandra?

Blyxa octandra 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

William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1048814-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.