Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Nymphaeales
Genus:
Species:
leibergii
ID:
383285

Status:
valid

Authors:
Morong

Source:
cmp

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Fl. Plains N. Amer. : 329 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382617

Common Names

  • Leibergii Nymphaea
  • Leibergii Water-Lily
  • Leibergii White Water-Lily

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Synonyms

  • Nymphaea tetragona leibergii (Morong) A.E.Porsild [unknown]
  • Nymphaea tetragona leibergii (Morong) B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Castalia leibergii Morong [unknown]
  • Castalia tetragona leibergii J.Schust. [unknown]
  • Castalia tetragona leibergii (Morong) Cockerell [unknown]

Description

Nymphaea leibergii (also called Leiberg's Water Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in moist soils, such as wetlands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Nymphaea leibergii is used as an ornamental plant and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to reduce water runoff. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nymphaea leibergii is large and white, with many petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nymphaea leibergii is a perennial aquatic plant that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The plant should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Nymphaea leibergii

Nymphaea leibergii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is found in wetlands, ponds, and shallow water.

Nymphaea leibergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nymphaea leibergii?

Nymphaea leibergii

What is the common name of Nymphaea leibergii?

Leiberg's Waterlily

Where does Nymphaea leibergii grow?

Nymphaea leibergii is native to the western United States, from California to Montana.

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,

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