Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
lungtanensis
ID:
1268662

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.P.Li, T.H.Hsieh & Chun C.Lin

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 47: 254 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268000



Common Names

  • Nymphoides lungtanensis
  • Lungtanensis Nymphoides
  • Nymphoides


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Description

Nymphoides lungtanensis (also called Lungtan marshwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Menyanthaceae family. It is native to China and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is an annual herb, with a maximum height of 1 meter, and has small, ovate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Nymphoides lungtanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nymphoides lungtanensis has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nymphoides lungtanensis is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in late summer or early fall. The divisions should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until they take root.

Where to Find Nymphoides lungtanensis

Nymphoides lungtanensis is native to China.

Nymphoides lungtanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nymphoides lungtanensis?

Nymphoides lungtanensis

What is the family of Nymphoides lungtanensis?

Menyanthaceae

What is the common name of Nymphoides lungtanensis?

Lungtan Marshwort

Species in the Nymphoides genus

Species in the Menyanthaceae family

Liparophyllum gunnii, Liparophyllum capitatum, Liparophyllum congestiflorum, Liparophyllum exaltatum, Liparophyllum exiguum, Liparophyllum lasiospermum, Liparophyllum latifolium, Liparophyllum violifolium, Menyanthes trifoliata, Nephrophyllidium crista-galli, Nymphoides rautaneni, Nymphoides subacuta, Nymphoides spongiosa, Nymphoides spinulosperma, Nymphoides sivarajanii, Nymphoides siamensis, Nymphoides quadriloba, Nymphoides planosperma, Nymphoides peltata, Nymphoides parvifolia, Nymphoides simulans, Nymphoides triangularis, Nymphoides geminata, Nymphoides humboldtiana, Nymphoides hastata, Nymphoides guineensis, Nymphoides fallax, Nymphoides hydrophylla, Nymphoides furculifolia, Nymphoides forbesiana, Nymphoides montana, Nymphoides minor, Nymphoides humilis, Nymphoides krishnakesara, Nymphoides indica, Nymphoides ezannoi, Nymphoides flaccida, Nymphoides beaglensis, Nymphoides elliptica, Nymphoides disperma, Nymphoides brevipedicellata, Nymphoides bosseri, Nymphoides cambodiana, Nymphoides coreana, Nymphoides aquatica, Nymphoides thunbergiana, Nymphoides cordata, Nymphoides milnei, Nymphoides tenuissima, Nymphoides elegans,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50229552: Based on the initial data import
Tsung Hsin Hsieh (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.H.Hsieh' in the authors string.
Sung Po Li (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.P.Li' in the authors string.
Chun Chi Lin (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun C.Lin' in the authors string.