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Day Waterlily

Nymphaea nouchali

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Nymphaeales ›Family: Nymphaeaceae ›Genus: Nymphaea

About

Nymphaea nouchali, often known by its synonym Nymphaea stellata, or by common names blue lotus, star lotus, red water lily, dwarf aquarium lily, blue water lily, blue star water lily or manel flower, is a water lily of genus Nymphaea. It is native to southern and eastern parts of Asia, and is the national flower of Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. In Sanskrit, it is utpala. This species is usually considered to include the blue Egyptian lotus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Day Waterlily?
The scientific name of Day Waterlily is Nymphaea nouchali.
What is the conservation status of Day Waterlily?
The Day Waterlily has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Day Waterlily belong to?
Day Waterlily belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Day Waterlily belong to?
Day Waterlily belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Day Waterlily belong to?
Day Waterlily belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Day Waterlily belong to?
Day Waterlily belongs to the order Nymphaeales.
What family does Day Waterlily belong to?
Day Waterlily belongs to the family Nymphaeaceae.
What genus does Day Waterlily belong to?
Day Waterlily belongs to the genus Nymphaea.