Status:
valid
Authors:
Dozy & Molk.
Source:
tro
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 3, 2: 314 1844
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001191279
Common Names
- Symphysodon Neckeroides
- Neckeroides Symphysodon
- Symphysodon Discus
Description
Symphysodon neckeroides (also called White Discus, among many other common names) is a species of cichlid fish native to the Amazon River basin in South America. It has an oval-shaped body with a white base coloration and a pattern of vertical stripes. It is found in slow-moving rivers, streams, and lakes, as well as flooded forests and flooded savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Symphysodon neckeroides is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and ponds. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Symphysodon neckeroides var. subneckeroides (Broth.) B.C. Tan
Symphysodon neckeroides var. tjibodensis M. Fleisch.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Symphysodon neckeroides is a white or pale yellow color, with a yellow center. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Symphysodon neckeroides is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to Brazil. It grows to a height of 1.5 m (5 ft) and has small, dark green leaves. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zone 9.
Where to Find Symphysodon neckeroides
Symphysodon neckeroides can be found in the Amazon basin in South America.
Species in the Symphysodon genus
Symphysodon langbianensis,
Symphysodon squarrosus,
Symphysodon siamensis,
Symphysodon enervis,
Symphysodon gunnii,
Symphysodon longicuspis,
Symphysodon neckeroides,
Symphysodon pilifer,
Symphysodon symphysodontelloides,
Symphysodon vitianus,
Species in the Pterobryaceae family
Calyptothecium acostatum,
Calyptothecium prainii,
Calyptothecium acutum,
Calyptothecium bescherellei,
Calyptothecium burmense,
Calyptothecium duplicatum,
Calyptothecium extensum,
Calyptothecium hookeri,
Calyptothecium nitidum,
Calyptothecium oxyphyllum,
Calyptothecium pinnatum,
Calyptothecium ramosii,
Calyptothecium recurvulum,
Calyptothecium subacutum,
Calyptothecium subhumile,
Calyptothecium symphysodontoides,
Calyptothecium urvilleanum,
Calyptothecium wightii,
Calyptothecium auriculatum,
Calyptothecium integrifolium,
Calyptothecium compressum,
Calyptothecium pterobryoides,
Calyptothecium squarrosulum,
Calyptothecium phyllogonioides,
Calyptothecium philippinense,
Henicodium geniculatum,
Hildebrandtiella cuspidans,
Hildebrandtiella endotrichelloides,
Hildebrandtiella longiseta,
Hildebrandtiella phleoides,
Jaegerina formosa,
Jaegerina guatemalensis,
Jaegerina luzonensis,
Jaegerina plicata,
Jaegerina robillardii,
Jaegerina scariosa,
Jaegerina solitaria,
Jaegerina stolonifera,
Jaegerina retrosquarrosa,
Micralsopsis complanata,
Muellerobryum whiteleggei,
Neolindbergia deningeri,
Neolindbergia rigida,
Neolindbergia robusta,
Neolindbergia rugosa,
Neolindbergia vitiensis,
Neolindbergia cladomnioides,
Neolindbergia veloirae,
Orthorrhynchidium planifrons,
Orthostichopsis fornicata,