Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
indica
ID:
383161

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382493

Common Names

  • Indian Marshwort
  • Indian Nymphoides
  • Indian Floatingheart

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Synonyms

  • Villarsia eglandulosa Griff. [unknown]
  • Villarsia indica (L.) Vent. [unknown]
  • Villarsia glandulosa Griff. [unknown]
  • Villarsia communis A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
  • Villarsia platiphylla A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
  • Villarsia simsii G.Don [unknown]
  • Villarsia swartzii G.Don [unknown]
  • Villarsia rheedei Kostel. [unknown]
  • Villarsia nymphaeifolia Fras. [unknown]
  • Villarsia macrophylla Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Limnanthemum kleinianum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Limnanthemum indicum (L.) Griseb. [unknown]
  • Limnanthemum wightianum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Limnanthemum calycinum Miq. [unknown]
  • Limnanthemum fraserianum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Menyanthes meridionalis Willd. ex Griseb. [unknown]
  • Menyanthes petioliflora Stokes [unknown]
  • Menyanthes macrophylla Roth ex Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Menyanthes indica L. [unknown]
  • Menyanthes brasilica Vell. [unknown]
  • Limnanthemum esquirolii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Limnanthemum humboldtianum parviflorum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Limnanthemum ecklonianum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Limnanthemum orbiculatum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Nymphoides eckloniana Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Nymphoides indica (also called 'Indian Marshwort', among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a creeping rhizome with small, round leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in shallow water, ponds, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Nymphoides indica 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Nymphoides indica sub. occidentalis A.Raynal

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nymphoides indica has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nymphoides indica can be propagated by division, or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade, and can be grown in a wide range of temperatures. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Nymphoides indica

Nymphoides indica can be found in wetlands, ponds, and shallow water in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Nymphoides indica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nymphoides indica?

Nymphoides indica

What is the common name of Nymphoides indica?

Indian Nymphoides

What is the natural habitat of Nymphoides indica?

Nymphoides indica 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2385097: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.