Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Nymphaeales
Genus:
Species:
polybracteata
ID:
837737

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.A.Cooke ex D.D.Sokoloff, Remizowa, T.D.Macfarl. & Rudall

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Taxon 57: 196 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837072

Common Names

  • Trithuria polybracteata
  • Polybracteata Trithuria
  • Polybracteata Water Lily

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Description

Trithuria polybracteata (also called Many-bracted Water-buttons, among many other common names) is an aquatic herb native to Australia and New Zealand. It has a creeping habit and is found in shallow water, swamps, and wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trithuria polybracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trithuria polybracteata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trithuria polybracteata can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, separate the clumps of the plant into smaller sections and replant them in the desired location. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination. Place the seedlings in a sunny spot and water regularly.

Where to Find Trithuria polybracteata

Trithuria polybracteata is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in this region.

Trithuria polybracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trithuria polybracteata?

Trithuria polybracteata

What is the common name of Trithuria polybracteata?

Many-bracted Trithuria

What is the natural habitat of Trithuria polybracteata?

It is found in the tropical forests of India, Malaysia, and Thailand

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-374387: Based on the initial data import
David Alan Cooke (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.A.Cooke' in the authors string.
Dmitri Sokolov (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.D.Sokoloff' in the authors string.
Terry Macfarlane (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.D.Macfarl.' in the authors string.
Margarita Vasilyena Remizowa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Remizowa' in the authors string.
Paula J. Rudall (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rudall' in the authors string.