Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Nymphaeales
Genus:
Species:
saikokuensis
ID:
1330024

Status:
valid

Authors:
Shiga & Kadono

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 90: 23 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342478


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Description

Nuphar saikokuensis (also called Saikoku Nuphar, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Nymphaeaceae family. It is an aquatic perennial herb growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Japan. It grows in ponds and streams, up to an altitude of 1000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Nuphar saikokuensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nuphar saikokuensis is yellow in colour and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown colour. The seedlings are thin and green with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nuphar saikokuensis can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. Water regularly but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Nuphar saikokuensis

Nuphar saikokuensis can be found in the Saikoku region of Japan.

Nuphar saikokuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nuphar saikokuensis?

Nuphar saikokuensis

What is the natural habitat of Nuphar saikokuensis?

Nuphar saikokuensis is found in the moist forests of Japan.

What type of plant is Nuphar saikokuensis?

Nuphar saikokuensis is a water lily.

Species in the Nymphaeaceae family

Barclaya longifolia, Barclaya motleyi, Barclaya rotundifolia, Euryale ferox, Nuphar subintegerrima, Nuphar spenneriana, Nuphar pumila, Nuphar lutea, Nuphar japonica, Nuphar fluminalis, Nuphar submersa, Nuphar saijoensis, Nuphar microphylla, Nuphar polysepala, Nuphar rubrodisca, Nuphar sagittifolia, Nuphar rubrodisca, Nuphar variegata, Nuphar advena, Nuphar ulvacea, Nuphar orbiculata, Nuphar bombycina, Nuphar saikokuensis, Nymphaea violacea, Nymphaea tetragona, Nymphaea tenuinervia, Nymphaea thermarum, Nymphaea sulphurea, Nymphaea amazonum, Nymphaea alba, Nymphaea ampla, Nymphaea micrantha, Nymphaea nouchali, Nymphaea novogranatensis, Nymphaea lotus, Nymphaea lasiophylla, Nymphaea omarana, Nymphaea malabarica, Nymphaea maculata, Nymphaea macrosperma, Nymphaea mexicana, Nymphaea rosea, Nymphaea rubra, Nymphaea rudgeana, Nymphaea oxypetala, Nymphaea pulchella, Nymphaea pubescens, Nymphaea prolifera, Nymphaea potamophila, Nymphaea hastifolia,

References

Takashi Shiga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shiga' in the authors string.
Yasuro Kadono: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kadono' in the authors string.