Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
horizontalis
ID:
1412190

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rataj) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
ipni

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 4: 53 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424655



Common Names

  • Aquarius horizontalis
  • Horizontalis's Aquarius
  • Horizontalis Aquarius


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Description

Aquarius horizontalis (also called Aquarius horizontalis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is a small, perennial herb with a creeping rhizome, and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in rocky habitats, often in crevices of limestone rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Aquarius horizontalis is a popular houseplant that can be used to add a tropical feel to a home. It is easy to care for and can help to purify the air. It is also known to reduce stress and anxiety.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aquarius horizontalis has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aquarius horizontalis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is generally pest and disease free.

Where to Find Aquarius horizontalis

Aquarius horizontalis can be found in South America.

Aquarius horizontalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aquarius horizontalis?

Aquarius horizontalis

What is the common name of Aquarius horizontalis?

Horizontalis

What type of plant is Aquarius horizontalis?

A flowering plant

Species in the Alismataceae family

Albidella nymphaeifolia, Albidella acanthocarpa, Albidella glandulosa, Albidella oligococca, Alisma bjorkqvistii, Alisma canaliculatum, Alisma gramineum, Alisma juzepczukii, Alisma lanceolatum, Alisma nanum, Alisma plantago-aquatica, Alisma rhicnocarpum, Alisma subcordatum, Alisma triviale, Alisma wahlenbergii, Alisma praecox, Alisma rariflorum, Alisma bjoerkqvistii, Astonia australiensis, Baldellia alpestris, Baldellia ranunculoides, Baldellia repens, Burnatia enneandra, Butomopsis latifolia, Caldesia grandis, Caldesia parnassifolia, Caldesia janaki-ammaliae, Caldesia plantago-aquatica, Damasonium alisma, Damasonium bourgaei, Damasonium californicum, Damasonium constrictum, Damasonium minus, Damasonium polyspermum, Echinodorus berteroi, Helanthium tenellum, Helanthium bolivianum, Helanthium zombiense, Hydrocleys martii, Hydrocleys mattogrossensis, Hydrocleys modesta, Hydrocleys nymphoides, Hydrocleys parviflora, Limnocharis laforestii, Limnocharis flava, Limnophyton obtusifolium, Limnophyton fluitans, Limnophyton angolense, Luronium natans, Ranalisma rostrata,

References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Karel Rataj (1925-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rataj' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77183523-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.