Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
parviflora
ID:
501878

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alexander

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 19: 59 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501210

Common Names

  • Pontederia Parviflora
  • Small-flowered Pontederia
  • Small-flowered-leaved Pontederia

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Synonyms

  • Pontederia cordata parviflora (Alexander) Schery [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Pontederia parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pontederia parviflora is a small, white or pinkish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened and slightly curved seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pontederia parviflora 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 parviflora

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

Pontederia parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pontederia parviflora?

Pontederia parviflora

What is the common name of Pontederia parviflora?

Small-flowered pickerelweed

What is the natural habitat of Pontederia parviflora?

It is native to the wetlands of North America

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,

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