Nymphoides indica (L.) Kuntze
| Etymology | Genus | Resembles Nymphaea (Water Lily) |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Of or from India | |
| Family | Menyanthaceae | |
| Synonyms | Menyanthes indica L. | |
| Common Names | Water Snowflake, Banana Plant, Water Gentian | |
| Status | Cryptogenic | |
| Form | Aquatic Herb | |
| Native Distribution | Pantropical | |
Diagnostics
An aquatic plant that resembles closely to water lilies from its leaves, Nymophoides indica have floating rounded leaves with cordate bases. The flowers are distinct, small with a yellow centre and white hairy petals.
Interesting Facts
The stems of the Water Snowflake can break easily and each plantlet can float away, take root and establish elsewhere. It is also found in open areas of Nee Soon Swamp Forest.
Cultivated Water Snowflakes in a pond at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve (2020).
Leaves.
Flower.
Siyang ·
2020-04-09 / Modified: 2025-10-28