Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
ovalis
ID:
501840

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Schult.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 7: 1140 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501172

Common Names

  • Pontederia Ovalis
  • Oval Pontederia
  • Oval-leaved Pontederia

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Synonyms

  • Pontederia lanceolata ovalis (Mart. ex Roem & Schult.) A.Cast. [unknown]

Description

Pontederia ovalis (also called Oval Pontederia, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to Central and South America. It has long, oval leaves and produces blue flowers. It is found in shallow water bodies such as ponds and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Pontederia ovalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pontederia ovalis has a flower with a single white petal and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pontederia ovalis is a perennial aquatic plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It is best grown in full sun to part shade in moist soil or shallow water. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers moist, fertile soil. It is best to divide the plant in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The plant can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in early spring in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Pontederia ovalis

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

Pontederia ovalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pontederia ovalis?

Pontederia ovalis

What is the common name of Pontederia ovalis?

Oval pickerelweed

What is the natural habitat of Pontederia ovalis?

Freshwater wetlands

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,

References

Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Julius Hermann Schultes (1804-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:698172-1: Based on the initial data import