Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
crassipes
ID:
501707

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 1: 9 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501039

Common Names

  • Pontederia crassipes
  • Thick-stemmed Pontederia
  • Crassipes Pontederia

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Synonyms

  • Eichhornia cordifolia Gand. [illegitimate]
  • Eichhornia crassicaulis Schlecht. [unknown]
  • Eichhornia crassipes (Mart.) Solms [unknown]
  • Eichhornia speciosa Kunth [unknown]
  • Heteranthera formosa Miq. [unknown]
  • Piaropus crassipes (Mart.) Raf. [unknown]
  • Piaropus mesomelas Raf. [unknown]
  • Pontederia crassicaulis Schlecht. [unknown]
  • Pontederia elongata Balf. [unknown]
  • Pontederia crassipes Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Eichhornia crassicaulis Schltr. [deprecated]
  • Pontederia crassicaulis Schltr. [deprecated]

Description

Pontederia crassipes (also called Giant Pickerelweed, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It typically grows in shallow water or on the banks of ponds and streams. Its leaves are long and narrow, and its flowers are bright blue.

Uses & Benefits

Pontederia crassipes is used as an ornamental plant, and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pontederia crassipes is blue in color and has three petals. The seed is dark brown in color and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pontederia crassipes is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 4 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Pontederia crassipes

Pontederia crassipes is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist areas such as riverbanks, swamps, and wet forests.

Pontederia crassipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pontederia crassipes?

Pontederia crassipes

What is the common name of Pontederia crassipes?

Thick-leaved Pontederia

What is the natural habitat of Pontederia crassipes?

Pontederia crassipes is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique

Species in the Pontederiaceae family

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