Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
ovalifolia
ID:
770323

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1814

Citation Micro:
Mém. Cl. Sci. Math. Inst. Natl. France 12(2): 27 (1811 publ. 1814)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769656



Common Names

  • Ottelia Ovalifolia
  • Oval-Leaved Water-Lily
  • Oval-Leaved Ottelia


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Description

Ottelia ovalifolia (also called Oval-leaved Waterlily, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It is found in shallow water, ponds, and lakes. It has large, round, bright green leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are fragrant and bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Ottelia ovalifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used to treat various skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ottelia ovalifolia sub. ovalifolia
Ottelia ovalifolia sub. chrysobasis S.W.L.Jacobs

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ottelia ovalifolia are white or pale pink, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ottelia ovalifolia is an aquatic plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in shallow water or in moist soil in full sun to partial shade. It prefers a nutrient-rich soil and should be fertilized regularly. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Ottelia ovalifolia

Ottelia ovalifolia is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in shallow, slow-moving waters.

Ottelia ovalifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ottelia ovalifolia?

Ottelia ovalifolia

What is the common name of Ottelia ovalifolia?

Oval-leaved Ottelia

What is the natural habitat of Ottelia ovalifolia?

Ottelia ovalifolia is found in wetlands, marshes, and shallow waters in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia

Species in the Hydrocharitaceae family

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References