Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
serrata
ID:
565012

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blanco

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Fl. Filip. : 387 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564344



Common Names

  • Serrata Bergia
  • Serrata Bergia
  • Bergia Serrata


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Synonyms

  • Bergia glandulosa Turcz. [unknown]

Description

Bergia serrata (also called Water Hyacinth, Water Orchid, and Water Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to South America. It has large, bright green leaves that are waxy and ovate in shape. It grows in shallow water up to 6.6 ft (2 m) deep in lakes, ponds, and slow-moving rivers. It is often found in marshes and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Bergia serrata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bergia serrata has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bergia serrata is a perennial aquatic plant that grows in shallow water. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be planted in a moist soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. The seeds should be sown in a moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Bergia serrata

Bergia serrata is native to the Mediterranean region.

Bergia serrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bergia serrata?

Bergia serrata

What is the natural habitat of Bergia serrata?

It is native to South Africa.

What are the uses of Bergia serrata?

It is used in traditional medicine as a diuretic and laxative.

Species in the Elatinaceae family

Bergia aestivosa, Bergia ammannioides, Bergia anagalloides, Bergia arenaroides, Bergia auriculata, Bergia barklyana, Bergia capensis, Bergia decumbens, Bergia diacheiron, Bergia erecta, Bergia glomerata, Bergia glutinosa, Bergia guineensis, Bergia henshallii, Bergia mairei, Bergia mossambicensis, Bergia occultipetala, Bergia pedicellaris, Bergia pentheriana, Bergia perennis, Bergia polyantha, Bergia pusilla, Bergia salaria, Bergia serrata, Bergia sessiliflora, Bergia spathulata, Bergia suffruticosa, Bergia texana, Bergia trimera, Bergia anagalloides, Bergia ammannioides, Elatine ojibwayensis, Elatine alsinastrum, Elatine ambigua, Elatine americana, Elatine brachysperma, Elatine brochonii, Elatine californica, Elatine camphylosperma, Elatine chilensis, Elatine ecuadoriensis, Elatine fassettiana, Elatine fauquei, Elatine glaziovii, Elatine gratioloides, Elatine heterandra, Elatine hexandra, Elatine hungarica, Elatine hydropiper, Elatine lindbergii,

References