Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Nymphaeales
Genus:
Species:
belophylla
ID:
383007

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trickett

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 26: 29 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382339

Common Names

  • Nymphaea belophylla
  • Belophylla Waterlily
  • Belophyllum Waterlily

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Description

Nymphaea belophylla (also called blue water lily, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to Africa. It has large, blue, showy flowers and floating leaves that are round and have a waxy texture. It is found in shallow waters, ponds, and lakes.

Uses & Benefits

Nymphaea belophylla 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 Nymphaea belophylla is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, round nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nymphaea belophylla can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a moist, well-drained soil. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to keep them healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Nymphaea belophylla

Nymphaea belophylla is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and can be found in shallow water in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.

Nymphaea belophylla FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Nymphaea belophylla?

Nymphaea belophylla is native to the United States.

What is the size of Nymphaea belophylla?

Nymphaea belophylla is a medium-sized species, typically reaching a height of around 50 cm.

What is the flowering period of Nymphaea belophylla?

Nymphaea belophylla typically flowers in the summer months.

Species in the Nymphaea genus

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, Nymphaea guineensis, Nymphaea glandulifera, Nymphaea gigantea, Nymphaea gardneriana, Nymphaea jamesoniana, Nymphaea immutabilis, Nymphaea heudelotii, Nymphaea elleniae, Nymphaea divaricata, Nymphaea colchica, Nymphaea candida, Nymphaea conardii, Nymphaea atrans, Nymphaea belophylla, Nymphaea leibergii, Nymphaea alexii, Nymphaea carpentariae, Nymphaea georginae, Nymphaea sundvikii, Nymphaea ondinea, Nymphaea lukei, Nymphaea noelae, Nymphaea vaporalis,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2384872: Based on the initial data import
Robert S. Trickett: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trickett' in the authors string.