Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Nymphaeales
Genus:
Species:
jacobsii
ID:
749362

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hellq.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Telopea 13: 238 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748695



Common Names

  • Nymphaea
  • Jacobsii Nymphaea
  • Nymphaea jacobsii


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Description

Nymphaea jacobsii (also called Jacobs' water lily, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant in the family Nymphaeaceae. It is native to South Africa. It grows in shallow, still water in ponds and lakes.

Uses & Benefits

Nymphaea jacobsii is a medicinal plant that has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. It is known for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and diuretic properties. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make herbal teas.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Nymphaea jacobsii sub. toomba Hellq.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nymphaea jacobsii is a small, white flower with yellowish-green veins. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nymphaea jacobsii is a perennial aquatic plant that can be propagated by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. The plants should be kept moist and in partial shade. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, humus-rich soil and kept moist and in partial shade.

Where to Find Nymphaea jacobsii

Nymphaea jacobsii is native to Africa and can be found in the rivers and lakes of the Congo Basin.

Nymphaea jacobsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nymphaea jacobsii?

Nymphaea jacobsii

What is the common name of Nymphaea jacobsii?

Jacobs' Waterlily

Where is Nymphaea jacobsii native to?

Tropical Africa

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,