Azolla nilotica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Salviniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nilotica
ID:
1116391
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dcne.
Source:
tro
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Pl. Tinn. 54 t. 25. 1867. Bak. Hdb. 138 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001115729
Common Names
- Azolla nilotica
- Nile Azolla
- Nile Azolla Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Azolla nilotica (also called Nile Azolla, among many other common names) is a fern species native to tropical Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Azolla nilotica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to provide shade and shelter for other plants.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Azolla nilotica has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Azolla nilotica is an aquatic fern native to the Americas. It is an evergreen fern with small, bright green fronds. It prefers full sun and moist, nutrient-rich soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by spores.
Where to Find Azolla nilotica
Azolla nilotica can be found in Africa and the Middle East.