Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
montana
ID:
383154

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aston

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 5: 36 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382486

Common Names

  • Mountain Marshwort
  • Mountain Nymphoides
  • Mountain Floatingheart

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Description

Nymphoides montana (also called 'Mountain 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 montana 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

Nymphoides montana 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 montana 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 montana

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

Nymphoides montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nymphoides montana?

Nymphoides montana

What is the common name of Nymphoides montana?

Mountain Nymphoides

What is the natural habitat of Nymphoides montana?

Nymphoides montana 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