Nymphoides indica

Nymphoides indica is a topic that has generated great interest and debate in recent times. Its relevance impacts various areas of daily life, from politics to popular culture, including technology and science. As time progresses, Nymphoides indica has become a central point of discussion and analysis, with different perspectives and approaches that invite us to reflect on its importance and possible consequences. In this article, we will explore some of the most relevant dimensions of Nymphoides indica, as well as its influence on today's society.

Nymphoides indica
A flower with six, rather than five petals
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Asterales
Family: Menyanthaceae
Genus: Nymphoides
Species:
N. indica
Binomial name
Nymphoides indica
Plant habit

Nymphoides indica is an aquatic plant in the Menyanthaceae, native to tropical areas around the world.[1] It is sometimes cultivated, and has become a minor weed in Florida, where it resembles the native Nymphoides aquatica.[2] Common names include banana plant, robust marshwort, and water snowflake;[3]

Description

Nymphoides indica spreads by rhizomes, forming clusters of leaves, with clustered white flowers about 1 cm across. The flowers are sometimes described as having five petals,[4] but can have more.[citation needed]

Voynich Manuscript

The Voynich Manuscript is a mysterious book written in code from Medieval times. It features various flora throughout the book. On page 6, a Nymphoides indica takes up most of the page.

Page six of the Voynich Manuscript.

References

  1. ^ IUCN Red List, retrieved 23 July 2016
  2. ^ Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants, University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences
  3. ^ USDA GRIN Taxonomy, retrieved 23 July 2016
  4. ^ Ting-nung Ho; Robert Ornduff, "Nymphoides indica (Linnaeus) Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 429. 1891", Flora of China