Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Aquatic & Hydrophyte |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Tropical Central and South America |
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| Native Habitat | Aquatic |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is an aquatic plant floating on the surface of water. |
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| Foliage | Its leaves are thick, round and glossy, measuring about 5 - 10 cm in diameter. The leaves are usually floating on the surface of water, but sometimes can be emergent. |
| Flowers | Its flowers have 3 large, yellow and delicate petals, resembling the Poppy flowers, hence the common name. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Skyrise / Balcony, Aquarium / Aquascape |
| Thematic Landscaping | Golden Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Lots of Water |
| Propagation Method | Stolon / Runner |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Yellow / Golden |
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Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 31001 |
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| Species ID | 5388 |
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