Blyxa senegalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
senegalensis
ID:
771293
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dandy
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 72: 42 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770626
Common Names
- Senegal Blyxa
- Blyxa senegalensis
- Senegal Blyxa Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Blyxa senegalensis (also called Senegal Blyxa, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant native to West Africa. It has 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 senegalensis is used as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Blyxa senegalensis has small white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Blyxa senegalensis 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 senegalensis
Blyxa senegalensis is native to West Africa.
Blyxa senegalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blyxa senegalensis?
Blyxa senegalensis
What is the growth habit of Blyxa senegalensis?
It is an evergreen perennial herb with a rosette of leaves.
What is the native range of Blyxa senegalensis?
It is native to the Mediterranean region.
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
James Edgar Dandy (1903-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dandy' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:431644-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.