Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
azurea
ID:
501567

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 57 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500899

Common Names

  • Pontederia azurea
  • Azure Pontederia
  • Azure Pickerelweed

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Synonyms

  • Eichhornia aquatica Schlecht. [unknown]
  • Eichhornia azurea Kunth [unknown]
  • Eichhornia azurea rhizantha Seub. [unknown]
  • Piaropus azureus Raf. [unknown]
  • Piaropus tricolor Raf. [unknown]
  • Piaropus undulatus Raf. [unknown]
  • Pontederia aquatica Vell. [unknown]
  • Pontederia tumida Willd. ex Kunth [unknown]

Description

Pontederia azurea (also called Azure Pickerelweed, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Pontederiaceae family. It is native to North America, and is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Pontederia azurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, blue flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pontederia azurea is a small, blue, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pontederia azurea is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Pontederia azurea

Pontederia azurea can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pontederia azurea FAQ

What are the common names of Pontederia azurea?

Common names of Pontederia azurea include Blue Pickerelweed and Pickerelweed.

What is the natural habitat of Pontederia azurea?

Pontederia azurea is native to wetlands in the eastern United States and Canada.

What are the uses of Pontederia azurea?

Pontederia azurea is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Species in the Pontederiaceae family

Heteranthera callifolia, Heteranthera dubia, Heteranthera limosa, Heteranthera mexicana, Heteranthera multiflora, Heteranthera oblongifolia, Heteranthera peduncularis, Heteranthera reniformis, Heteranthera rotundifolia, Heteranthera seubertiana, Heteranthera spicata, Heteranthera zosterifolia, Heteranthera lutea, Heteranthera gardneri, Pontederia azurea, Pontederia cordata, Pontederia crassipes, Pontederia hastata, Pontederia natans, Pontederia ovalis, Pontederia paniculata, Pontederia paradoxa, Pontederia parviflora, Pontederia plantaginea, Pontederia rotundifolia, Pontederia sagittata, Pontederia subovata, Pontederia triflora, Pontederia vaginalis, Pontederia meyeri, Pontederia australasica, Pontederia brevipetiolata, Pontederia cyanea, Pontederia valida, Pontederia heterosperma, Pontederia diversifolia, Pontederia korsakowii, Pontederia elata, Pontederia africana,