Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
oguraensis
ID:
770230

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miki

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 49: 775 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769563



Common Names

  • Ogura Naiad
  • Najas oguraensis
  • Ogura Water Nymph


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Description

Najas oguraensis (also called Ogura's water-nymph, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to Japan, Korea, and China. It has a creeping rhizome and slender, branching stems with small, linear leaves. This plant is found in shallow water bodies, including ponds, lakes, and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Najas oguraensis is an aquatic plant that can be used to help filter water and provide oxygen to the water. It is also used as an ornamental plant in aquariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Najas oguraensis has small, white flowers that are clustered in the axils of the leaves. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are slender and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Najas oguraensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil in spring or early summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the plants every 3-4 years to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Najas oguraensis

Najas oguraensis can be found in shallow ponds, slow-moving streams, and wetlands in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Najas oguraensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Najas oguraensis?

Najas oguraensis

What is the common name of Najas oguraensis?

Ogura's water-nymph

What is the natural habitat of Najas oguraensis?

Najas oguraensis is found in shallow ponds, lakes, and streams

Species in the Hydrocharitaceae family

Appertiella hexandra, Blyxa aubertii, Blyxa echinosperma, Blyxa hexandra, Blyxa japonica, Blyxa javanica, Blyxa leiosperma, Blyxa novoguineensis, Blyxa octandra, Blyxa quadricostata, Blyxa radicans, Blyxa senegalensis, Blyxa vietii, Blyxa kasaragodensis, Blyxa mangalensis, Elodea canadensis, Elodea bifoliata, Elodea callitrichoides, Elodea canadensis, Elodea densa, Elodea granatensis, Elodea naias, Elodea nuttallii, Elodea potamogeton, Elodea granatensis, Elodea heterostemon, Enhalus acoroides, Halophila australis, Halophila baillonis, Halophila beccarii, Halophila decipiens, Halophila engelmannii, Halophila hawaiiana, Halophila major, Halophila minor, Halophila ovalis, Halophila spinulosa, Halophila stipulacea, Halophila tricostata, Halophila capricorni, Halophila mikii, Halophila nipponica, Halophila okinawensis, Halophila sulawesii, Halophila madagascariensis, Halophila spinulosa, Hydrilla verticillata, Hydrocharis chevalieri, Hydrocharis dubia, Hydrocharis morsus-ranae,

References

Shigeru Miki (1901-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miki' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:603051-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.