Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Nymphaeales
Genus:
Species:
dimorpha
ID:
1328551

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Turner

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 51: 308 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341005



Common Names

  • Nymphaea dimorpha
  • Two-Formed Waterlily
  • Two-Formed Nymphaea
  • Dimorphic Waterlily


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Description

Nymphaea dimorpha (also called Chinese Water Lily, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to China, Taiwan, and Japan. It grows up to 1m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 10cm. It is found in ponds, lakes, and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Nymphaea dimorpha is used for ornamental purposes, as well as for fuelwood, fodder, and timber. Its bark is used for tanning and dyeing, and its gum is used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nymphaea dimorpha is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nymphaea dimorpha is an aquatic plant native to India. It is best grown in a medium that is well-drained and contains plenty of organic matter. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed.

Where to Find Nymphaea dimorpha

Nymphaea dimorpha is native to Southeast Asia.

Nymphaea dimorpha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nymphaea dimorpha?

Nymphaea dimorpha

What is the natural habitat of Nymphaea dimorpha?

Nymphaea dimorpha is native to the tropical wetlands of Southeast Asia.

What are the care requirements for Nymphaea dimorpha?

Nymphaea dimorpha requires bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be kept in a well-draining potting mix and watered regularly.

Species in the Nymphaea genus

Nymphaea violacea, Nymphaea tetragona, Nymphaea tenuinervia, Nymphaea thermarum, Nymphaea sulphurea, Nymphaea amazonum, Nymphaea alba, Nymphaea ampla, Nymphaea micrantha, Nymphaea nouchali, Nymphaea novogranatensis, Nymphaea lotus, Nymphaea lasiophylla, Nymphaea omarana, Nymphaea malabarica, Nymphaea maculata, Nymphaea macrosperma, Nymphaea mexicana, Nymphaea rosea, Nymphaea rubra, Nymphaea rudgeana, Nymphaea oxypetala, Nymphaea pulchella, Nymphaea pubescens, Nymphaea prolifera, Nymphaea potamophila, Nymphaea hastifolia, Nymphaea guineensis, Nymphaea glandulifera, Nymphaea gigantea, Nymphaea gardneriana, Nymphaea jamesoniana, Nymphaea immutabilis, Nymphaea heudelotii, Nymphaea elleniae, Nymphaea divaricata, Nymphaea colchica, Nymphaea candida, Nymphaea conardii, Nymphaea atrans, Nymphaea belophylla, Nymphaea leibergii, Nymphaea alexii, Nymphaea carpentariae, Nymphaea georginae, Nymphaea sundvikii, Nymphaea ondinea, Nymphaea lukei, Nymphaea noelae, Nymphaea vaporalis,

Species in the Nymphaeaceae family

Barclaya longifolia, Barclaya motleyi, Barclaya rotundifolia, Euryale ferox, Nuphar subintegerrima, Nuphar spenneriana, Nuphar pumila, Nuphar lutea, Nuphar japonica, Nuphar fluminalis, Nuphar submersa, Nuphar saijoensis, Nuphar microphylla, Nuphar polysepala, Nuphar rubrodisca, Nuphar sagittifolia, Nuphar rubrodisca, Nuphar variegata, Nuphar advena, Nuphar ulvacea, Nuphar orbiculata, Nuphar bombycina, Nuphar saikokuensis, Nymphaea violacea, Nymphaea tetragona, Nymphaea tenuinervia, Nymphaea thermarum, Nymphaea sulphurea, Nymphaea amazonum, Nymphaea alba, Nymphaea ampla, Nymphaea micrantha, Nymphaea nouchali, Nymphaea novogranatensis, Nymphaea lotus, Nymphaea lasiophylla, Nymphaea omarana, Nymphaea malabarica, Nymphaea maculata, Nymphaea macrosperma, Nymphaea mexicana, Nymphaea rosea, Nymphaea rubra, Nymphaea rudgeana, Nymphaea oxypetala, Nymphaea pulchella, Nymphaea pubescens, Nymphaea prolifera, Nymphaea potamophila, Nymphaea hastifolia,

References

Ian Mark Turner (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Turner' in the authors string.