Biology:Nymphaea zenkeri

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Nymphaea zenkeri
Scientific classification edit
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Order: Nymphaeales
Family: Nymphaeaceae
Genus: Nymphaea
Species:
N. zenkeri
Binomial name
Nymphaea zenkeri
Gilg

Nymphaea zenkeri, the red tiger lotus, is a flowering plant of the family Nymphaeaceae that grows in various parts of East Africa. This species is known for its brilliant reddish-purple tinted heart-shaped leaves.

Similar to the Nymphaea lotus, this species of water lily-like plant has lily pads, which float on the water, and blossoms, which rise above the water.

Its unique and vibrant appearance makes it a popular choice for freshwater aquascaping in planted aquariums.

References

Wikidata ☰ Q7071192 entry