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