Nymphaeaceae - Wikipedia
Nymphaeaceae (/ ˌ n ɪ m f i ˈ eɪ s i. iː,-ˌ aɪ /) is a family of flowering plants, commonly called water lilies. They live as rhizomatous aquatic herbs in temperate and tropical climates around the world.
Water lily | Description, Flower, Characteristics, & Facts | Britannica
water lily, (family Nymphaeaceae), family of about 60 species in 4 genera of freshwater flowering plants (order Nymphaeales) native to the temperate and tropical parts of the world. Water lilies provide food for fish and wildlife but sometimes cause drainage problems because of …
Water Lily: How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Water Lilies - Planet Natural
Water lilies, belonging to the genus Nymphaea, are among the most enchanting aquatic plants commonly found adorning the surface of the waters in a range of colors. Prevalently grown in North America, they are often found in slow streams, ditches, or the hearth of a tranquil pond.
Water Lily: Facts, Species, Habitat, and More! - Ocean Info
Water Lilies comprise around 70 species across eight genera of freshwater flowering plants endemic to temperate and tropical regions of the world. Apart from being ornamental, Water Lilies are also used in medicine. Leaves: Water Lilies have …
Nymphaea - Wikipedia
Water lilies are not only decorative, but also provide useful shade which helps reduce the growth of algae in ponds and lakes. [52] Many of the water lilies familiar in water gardening are hybrids and cultivars .
How To Grow Water Lilies - Gardening Channel
Most water lilies are very easy to grow, and provide many garden ponds with fragrant and mesmerizing blossoms from around June to October. Though the flowers seem to be sprouting directly from the water itself, they are actually only floating on the surface level.
How to Plant and Grow Water Lilies - Better Homes & Gardens
2023年5月1日 · Growing water lilies in a pond brings beauty and serenity to a backyard. Learn how to plant water lilies and find out the best types of waterlilies to grow.
How to Grow and Care for Water Lilies and Lotus - The Spruce
2024年7月10日 · Water lilies (Nymphaea) and lotus (Nelumbo) are jewels of the water garden. They can grow in a variety of water features, from ponds to indoor containers.
Water Lilies: Different Varieties and Flower Colors - Florgeous
2023年5月23日 · Water lilies have beautiful flowers, and they have a strong fragrance, however, these flowers tend to last up to four days. These species of plants are great for having in ponds, as they give fish much-needed shade, while also serving as a shelter to hide from predators.
Nymphaea alba - Wikipedia
Nymphaea alba, the white waterlily, European white water lily or white nenuphar / ˈ n ɛ nj ʊ f ɑːr /, is an aquatic flowering plant in the family Nymphaeaceae. [5] [6] [7] It is native to North Africa, temperate Asia, Europe and tropical Asia (Jammu and Kashmir). [8]