Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
hastata
ID:
383144

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dop) Kerr

Source:
ksu

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Fl. Siam. 3(1): 74 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382476

Common Names

  • Hastata Nymphoides
  • Hastata Water-Fringe
  • Hastata Fringed Water-Lily

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Synonyms

  • Limnanthemum hastatum Dop [unknown]

Description

Nymphoides hastata (also called Arrowhead Marshwort, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant with white flowers and floating leaves. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America and is found in shallow ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.

Uses & Benefits

Nymphoides hastata 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 hastata is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, round nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nymphoides hastata 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 hastata

Nymphoides hastata is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Nymphoides hastata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nymphoides hastata?

Nymphoides hastata

What is the common name of Nymphoides hastata?

Spear-leaved Nymphoides

What is the natural habitat of Nymphoides hastata?

Nymphoides hastata 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

Arthur Francis George Kerr (1877-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kerr' in the authors string.
Paul Dop (1876-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dop' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:370221-1: Based on the initial data import