Ottelia acuminata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
770268
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gagnep.) Dandy
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 72: 137 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769601
Common Names
- Acuminate Ottelia
- Acuminate Waterlily
- Acuminate Nechamandra
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ottelia acuminata (also called Acuminate Water-lily, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to Asia. It has large, floating leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It typically grows in shallow water, such as ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.
Uses & Benefits
Ottelia acuminata is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ottelia acuminata var. crispa (Hand.-Mazz.) H.LiOttelia acuminata var. acuminata
Ottelia acuminata var. songmingensis Z.T.Jiang, H.Li & Z.L.Dao
Ottelia acuminata var. lunanensis H.Li
Ottelia acuminata var. jingxiensis H.Q.Wang & X.Z.Sun
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ottelia acuminata has small, white flowers and produces small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.
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Ottelia acuminata can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist soil and partial shade. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in pots or in the ground.
Where to Find Ottelia acuminata
Ottelia acuminata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Ottelia acuminata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ottelia acuminata?
Ottelia acuminata
What type of plant is Ottelia acuminata?
Aquatic plant
What is the natural habitat of Ottelia acuminata?
Freshwater wetlands
Species in the Ottelia genus
Ottelia acuminata, Ottelia alismoides, Ottelia balansae, Ottelia brachyphylla, Ottelia brasiliensis, Ottelia cordata, Ottelia cylindrica, Ottelia emersa, Ottelia exserta, Ottelia fischeri, Ottelia kunenensis, Ottelia mesenterium, Ottelia muricata, Ottelia obtusifolia, Ottelia ovalifolia, Ottelia scabra, Ottelia ulvifolia, Ottelia verdickii, Ottelia lisowskii, Ottelia profundecordata, Ottelia guanyangensis, Ottelia fengshanensis,
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
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
James Edgar Dandy (1903-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dandy' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:431848-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.