Status:
valid
Authors:
Löhne, Wiersema & Borsch
Source:
ksu
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 39: 57 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744342
Common Names
- Nymphaea Ondinea
- Ondinea Nymphaea
- Ondinea Water-lily
Synonyms
- Ondinea purpurea Hartog [unknown]
Description
Nymphaea ondinea (also called Water Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to South America. It has round, floating leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams in its native region.
Uses & Benefits
Nymphaea ondinea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its essential oil, which is used in perfumes and soaps.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Nymphaea ondinea sub. petaloidea (Kenneally & E.L.Schneid.) Löhne, Wiersema & Borsch
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Nymphaea ondinea are small, white and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nymphaea ondinea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Nymphaea ondinea
Nymphaea ondinea is native to Central America.
Nymphaea ondinea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nymphaea ondinea?
Nymphaea ondinea
What is the common name of Nymphaea ondinea?
Ondine Water Lily
What is the hardiness zone of Nymphaea ondinea?
4-11
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,