Bergia spathulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
565014
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schinz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 6: 526 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564346
Common Names
- Spathulata Bergia
- Spathulata Bergia
- Bergia Spathulata
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- Bergia erythroleuca Gilg [unknown]
Description
Bergia spathulata (also called Water Hyacinth, Water Orchid, and Water Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to Central and 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 spathulata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright purple flowers. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bergia spathulata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bergia spathulata 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 spathulata
Bergia spathulata is native to the Mediterranean region.
Bergia spathulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bergia spathulata?
Bergia spathulata
What is the natural habitat of Bergia spathulata?
It is native to South Africa.
What are the uses of Bergia spathulata?
It is used in traditional medicine as a diuretic and laxative.
Species in the Bergia genus
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,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2674926: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.