Nymphoides quadriloba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quadriloba
ID:
383027
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aston
Source:
ksu
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 5: 42 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382359
Common Names
- Quadriloba Waterlily
- Quadriloba Pond Lily
- Quadriloba Nymphoides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nymphoides quadriloba (also called four-lobed fringed water lily, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to Asia. It has small, white, star-shaped flowers and floating leaves that are round and have a waxy texture. It is found in shallow waters, ponds, and lakes.
Uses & Benefits
Nymphoides quadriloba is a plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nymphoides quadriloba is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with long, thin leaves.
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Nymphoides quadriloba is a perennial aquatic plant that grows in shallow water. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. The rhizomes should be planted in a moist soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. The seeds should be sown in a moist soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Nymphoides quadriloba
Nymphoides quadriloba is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and can be found in shallow water in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.
Nymphoides quadriloba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nymphoides quadriloba?
Nymphoides quadriloba
What is the common name of Nymphoides quadriloba?
Four-Lobed Water-Fringe
Where does Nymphoides quadriloba grow?
Nymphoides quadriloba is native to China, Japan, and Korea.
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
Helen Aston (1934-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aston' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:900367-1: Based on the initial data import