Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Species:
azureus
ID:
761587

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Bruggen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 12: 105 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760920



Common Names

  • Azure Aponogeton
  • Sky-Blue Aponogeton
  • Blue Aponogeton


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Description

Aponogeton azureus (also called Azure Aponogeton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Africa. It is a perennial aquatic plant with long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is found in shallow, still waters such as ponds, lakes, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Aponogeton azureus is used as an ornamental aquatic plant and is also used in aquariums. It is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Aponogeton azureus is small, white or pale pink in color. The seed is small, round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aponogeton azureus is a species of flowering plant native to Ethiopia. It is an aquatic plant, growing to a height of up to 30 cm. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, and can be propagated from seed or division. It is best grown in a sunny position with regular watering.

Where to Find Aponogeton azureus

Aponogeton azureus is native to tropical rainforests in East Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Aponogeton azureus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aponogeton azureus?

Aponogeton azureus

What is the common name of Aponogeton azureus?

Azure Water Lily

What is the natural habitat of Aponogeton azureus?

Aponogeton azureus is found in shallow, slow-moving water bodies in Ethiopia and Somalia.

Species in the Aponogeton genus

Aponogeton abyssinicus, Aponogeton afroviolaceus, Aponogeton angustifolius, Aponogeton appendiculatus, Aponogeton azureus, Aponogeton bernerianus, Aponogeton bogneri, Aponogeton boivinianus, Aponogeton bruggenii, Aponogeton bullosus, Aponogeton capuronii, Aponogeton cordatus, Aponogeton crispus, Aponogeton decaryi, Aponogeton desertorum, Aponogeton dioecus, Aponogeton distachyos, Aponogeton eggersii, Aponogeton elongatus, Aponogeton euryspermus, Aponogeton fotianus, Aponogeton hexatepalus, Aponogeton jacobsenii, Aponogeton junceus, Aponogeton kimberleyensis, Aponogeton lakhonensis, Aponogeton lancesmithii, Aponogeton longiplumulosus, Aponogeton loriae, Aponogeton madagascariensis, Aponogeton natalense, Aponogeton natans, Aponogeton nudiflorus, Aponogeton proliferus, Aponogeton queenslandicus, Aponogeton ranunculiflorus, Aponogeton rehmannii, Aponogeton rigidifolius, Aponogeton robinsonii, Aponogeton satarensis, Aponogeton stuhlmannii, Aponogeton subconjugatus, Aponogeton tenuispicatus, Aponogeton troupinii, Aponogeton ulvaceum, Aponogeton undulatus, Aponogeton vallisnerioides, Aponogeton vanbruggenii, Aponogeton viridis, Aponogeton womersleyi,

Species in the Aponogetonaceae family

Aponogeton abyssinicus, Aponogeton afroviolaceus, Aponogeton angustifolius, Aponogeton appendiculatus, Aponogeton azureus, Aponogeton bernerianus, Aponogeton bogneri, Aponogeton boivinianus, Aponogeton bruggenii, Aponogeton bullosus, Aponogeton capuronii, Aponogeton cordatus, Aponogeton crispus, Aponogeton decaryi, Aponogeton desertorum, Aponogeton dioecus, Aponogeton distachyos, Aponogeton eggersii, Aponogeton elongatus, Aponogeton euryspermus, Aponogeton fotianus, Aponogeton hexatepalus, Aponogeton jacobsenii, Aponogeton junceus, Aponogeton kimberleyensis, Aponogeton lakhonensis, Aponogeton lancesmithii, Aponogeton longiplumulosus, Aponogeton loriae, Aponogeton madagascariensis, Aponogeton natalense, Aponogeton natans, Aponogeton nudiflorus, Aponogeton proliferus, Aponogeton queenslandicus, Aponogeton ranunculiflorus, Aponogeton rehmannii, Aponogeton rigidifolius, Aponogeton robinsonii, Aponogeton satarensis, Aponogeton stuhlmannii, Aponogeton subconjugatus, Aponogeton tenuispicatus, Aponogeton troupinii, Aponogeton ulvaceum, Aponogeton undulatus, Aponogeton vallisnerioides, Aponogeton vanbruggenii, Aponogeton viridis, Aponogeton womersleyi,

References

Harry van Bruggen (1927-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Bruggen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:82934-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.