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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 their rapid growth.
Nymphaeaceae (/ ˌnɪmfiˈeɪsi.iː, - ˌaɪ /) is a family of flowering plants, commonly called water lilies. They live as rhizomatous aquatic herbs in temperate and tropical climates around the world. The family contains five genera [4] with about 70 known species. [5] .
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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 Lilies (Nymphaea cv.) look similar to Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera). Water Lily leaves are notched and float on the water, while Lotus leaves form complete circles and are held above the water. Associated Fauna: Water lilies are often pollinated by beetles.
Water Lily (Nymphaea cultivars) The pink flowers of water lilies, emerging above their toothed, circular leaves. A favourite among pond keepers, the water lily (Nymphaea species) can be found in freshwater ponds and lakes of almost every continent except Antarctica.
How to grow waterlilies. Turn your pond into a picturesque Monet-inspired masterpiece with this popular aquatic plant. Its elegant bowl-shaped blooms appear in summer, while its distinctive circular lily pads spread across the water's surface, providing valuable shelter for aquatic wildlife.
May 1, 2023 · 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.
Water lilies (Nymphaea) are a genus of hardy and tender aquatic plants. Visible from March to September, they bear flat, plate-like leaves that sit on the water's surface, from which pink, yellow or white flowers appear from June to September.
How to plant and grow a water lily. You can buy a water lily as a bagged rhizome or a young potted plant. Don't keep the plant out of water for more than a day or two. It can be planted directly into the soil of a natural pond. However, most garden ponds are lined, meaning the plant will need to be potted up (see below).
