Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
grayana
ID:
1228824

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Kuntze

Source:
tro

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 429 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228162

Common Names

  • Nymphoides grayana
  • Grayana Nymphoides
  • Nymphoides

Searching for Nymphoides grayana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Nymphoides grayana (also called 'Gray's Nymphoides', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with linear-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to China and is found in forests, shrublands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Nymphoides grayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nymphoides grayana has small, white flowers that are clustered in a spike. Its seeds are small, black and round in shape. Its seedlings have small, oval leaves that are green in color.

Searching for Nymphoides grayana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Nymphoides grayana is a perennial aquatic plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Nymphoides grayana

Nymphoides grayana is native to the Yunnan province of China. It is found in the forests and hills of the region.

Nymphoides grayana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nymphoides grayana?

Nymphoides grayana

What is the natural habitat of Nymphoides grayana?

It is native to the western Himalayas, from India to Nepal.

What are the common names of Nymphoides grayana?

It is commonly known as the Himalayan water-lily or Himalayan marsh-lily.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50053655: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.