Nymphaea rubra
Roxb. ex Andrews
Indian red water-lily
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Summary
Source: WikipediaNymphaea rubra is a species of waterlily native to the region spanning from Sri Lanka and northeastern India to western and central Malesia. Additionally, it has been introduced to regions such as Southeast China, Cuba, Guyana, Hungary, and Suriname.
Description
A waterlily. It is a herb that grows in water. The corm is 7-10 cm across. The leaves are 15-30 cm across. They are round or oval. They have teeth along the edge. The flowers are 7-10 cm across. They are red. The fruit have 10-20 cells.
Edible Uses
The peduncles, and seeds are used as food.
Traditional Uses
The leaf stalk, fruit and roots are cooked as a vegetable. The seeds are eaten raw or roasted. The fruit and root stock can be eaten raw.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in water. It grows in wetlands. It forms roots in the mud and then floats. In XTBG Yunnan.
Where It Grows
Asia, Bangladesh, China, Guianas, Guyana, India, Indochina, Northeastern India, SE Asia, South America, Suriname, Thailand, Vietnam,
Other Information
It is sold in local markets.
Also Known As
Buasaidaeng, Lalkamal, Lal shapla, Lemphu, Li'ne aluk, Mokua, Ronga bet, Ronga seluk, Sapla, Seluk, Sung do, Sung com
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