Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
vietii
ID:
771298

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.D.K.Cook & Luond

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 16: 487 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770631

Common Names

  • Viet's Blyxa
  • Viet's Rush
  • Viet's Grass

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Description

Blyxa vietii (also called Vietnam 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. It grows in shallow water or on the edges of ponds and streams, and prefers a nutrient-rich substrate.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blyxa vietii has small white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blyxa vietii 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 vietii

Blyxa vietii is native to Southeast Asia.

Blyxa vietii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blyxa vietii?

Blyxa vietii

What are the common names of Blyxa vietii?

Viet's blyxa or blyxa

Where is Blyxa vietii found?

It is found in freshwater streams, ponds, and lakes in tropical and subtropical regions

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