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Water caltrop

Trapa natans

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Myrtales ›Family: Lythraceae ›Genus: Trapa

About

The water caltrop is any of three extant species of the genus Trapa: Trapa natans, Trapa bicornis and the endangered Trapa rossica. It is also known as water chestnut, buffalo nut, bat nut, devil pod, ling nut, lin kok, ling kio nut, or singhara. In India its called as singada.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Water caltrop?
The scientific name of Water caltrop is Trapa natans.
What kingdom does Water caltrop belong to?
Water caltrop belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Water caltrop belong to?
Water caltrop belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Water caltrop belong to?
Water caltrop belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Water caltrop belong to?
Water caltrop belongs to the order Myrtales.
What family does Water caltrop belong to?
Water caltrop belongs to the family Lythraceae.
What genus does Water caltrop belong to?
Water caltrop belongs to the genus Trapa.