Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
suffruticosa
ID:
565015

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fenzl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Bayer. Bot. Ges. Regensburg 3: 183 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564347



Common Names

  • Suffruticosa Bergia
  • Suffruticosa Bergia
  • Bergia Suffruticosa


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Synonyms

  • Lancretia suffruticosa Delile [unknown]
  • Bergia odorata Edgew. [unknown]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bergia suffruticosa 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 suffruticosa 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 suffruticosa

Bergia suffruticosa can be found in the southern United States, Mexico, and Guatemala.

Bergia suffruticosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bergia suffruticosa?

Bergia suffruticosa

What is the natural habitat of Bergia suffruticosa?

It is native to South Africa.

What are the uses of Bergia suffruticosa?

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,

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