Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Nymphaeales
Genus:
Species:
vanildae
ID:
1305761

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.Lima & Giul.

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 134: 43 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318215



Common Names

  • Vanilda's Nymphaea
  • Nymphaea vanildae
  • Vanilda Nymphaea


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Description

Nymphaea vanildae (also called Vanilda's waterlily, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant found in South America. It has large, round leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It is native to Brazil, and is found in shallow, slow-moving streams and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Nymphaea vanildae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nymphaea vanildae is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nymphaea vanildae is a fast-growing, aquatic plant that can reach up to 4 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be replanted in their permanent location.

Where to Find Nymphaea vanildae

Nymphaea vanildae can be found in the Amazon basin, in the states of Amazonas and Pará.

Nymphaea vanildae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nymphaea vanildae?

Nymphaea vanildae

What are the common names of Nymphaea vanildae?

None

What is the natural habitat of Nymphaea vanildae?

Tropical and subtropical forests in Brazil

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

Ana Maria Giulietti (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Giul.' in the authors string.
Carla Teixeira Lima: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.Lima' in the authors string.