Status:
valid
Authors:
Shiga & Kadono
Source:
ksu
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 57: 113 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507695
Common Names
- Nuphar submersa
- White Water-lily
- Spatterdock
Description
Nuphar submersa (also called Submersed Waterlily, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to Europe and Asia. It is found in shallow water and is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and floating leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Nuphar submersa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with poor drainage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nuphar submersa is a yellow-green, cup-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, light green plants with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nuphar submersa is a water lily native to North America. It is best grown in a warm, sunny environment with plenty of bright, indirect light. It prefers a soil mix that is high in organic matter and drains well. Propagation is typically done through division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept warm and humid until germination.
Where to Find Nuphar submersa
Nuphar submersa can be found in the wetlands of North America.
Nuphar submersa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nuphar submersa?
Nuphar submersa
What is the natural habitat of Nuphar submersa?
It is found in the rivers and streams of Europe and North America.
What is the flower color of Nuphar submersa?
The flowers of Nuphar submersa are yellow in color.
Species in the Nuphar genus
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,
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.