Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
fallax
ID:
383146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ornduff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 21: 348 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382478

Common Names

  • Fallax Nymphoides
  • Fallax Water-Fringe
  • Fallax Fringed Water-Lily

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Description

Nymphoides fallax (also called False Marshwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in moist soils, such as wetlands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Nymphoides fallax is used as an ornamental plant in water gardens and ponds. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nymphoides fallax is a small, white flower. The seed is a small, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nymphoides fallax is a perennial aquatic plant that can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Nymphoides fallax

Nymphoides fallax is native to tropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.

Nymphoides fallax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nymphoides fallax?

Nymphoides fallax

What is the common name of Nymphoides fallax?

False Nymphoides

What is the natural habitat of Nymphoides fallax?

Nymphoides fallax is found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Species in the Nymphoides genus

Species in the Menyanthaceae family

Liparophyllum gunnii, Liparophyllum capitatum, Liparophyllum congestiflorum, Liparophyllum exaltatum, Liparophyllum exiguum, Liparophyllum lasiospermum, Liparophyllum latifolium, Liparophyllum violifolium, Menyanthes trifoliata, Nephrophyllidium crista-galli, Nymphoides rautaneni, Nymphoides subacuta, Nymphoides spongiosa, Nymphoides spinulosperma, Nymphoides sivarajanii, Nymphoides siamensis, Nymphoides quadriloba, Nymphoides planosperma, Nymphoides peltata, Nymphoides parvifolia, Nymphoides simulans, Nymphoides triangularis, Nymphoides geminata, Nymphoides humboldtiana, Nymphoides hastata, Nymphoides guineensis, Nymphoides fallax, Nymphoides hydrophylla, Nymphoides furculifolia, Nymphoides forbesiana, Nymphoides montana, Nymphoides minor, Nymphoides humilis, Nymphoides krishnakesara, Nymphoides indica, Nymphoides ezannoi, Nymphoides flaccida, Nymphoides beaglensis, Nymphoides elliptica, Nymphoides disperma, Nymphoides brevipedicellata, Nymphoides bosseri, Nymphoides cambodiana, Nymphoides coreana, Nymphoides aquatica, Nymphoides thunbergiana, Nymphoides cordata, Nymphoides milnei, Nymphoides tenuissima, Nymphoides elegans,

References