Nymphoides indica
Floating heart
A tropical aquatic plant, the Floating heart covers the water's surface with its small floating leaves and delicate flowers.
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's Species Profile
This aquatic plant grows naturally in the calm waters of tropical regions. It is valued for its decorative floating foliage and subtle blooms. Highly suited for tropical ponds, it also contributes to the balance of aquatic ecosystems.
Family:
Menyanthaceae
Geographical origin:
Tropical regions of Asia and Africa
Size:
Floating leaves 5 to 15 cm
Flowering:
Almost year-round, peaking from May to November
Habitat:
Calm waters, ponds, tropical wetlands
Class:
Magnoliopsida (Dicotyledons)
Order:
Asterales
A delicate, free-flowering aquatic plant
The Floating heart is an aquatic plant with small leaves that float on the water's surface. Its white flowers, with finely fringed petals, emerge above ponds, adding a delicate touch to aquatic environments.
This plant thrives in calm water and good light exposure. Like the water lily (Nymphaea sp.) or the Sacred Lotus, it contributes to the biodiversity of tropical ponds and offers refuge to many small aquatic organisms.
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