Kingdom Plantae Family Nymphaeaceae Scientific name Nymphaea macrosperma | Order Nymphaeales Genus Nymphaea Rank Species | |
Similar Nymphaea elegans, Nymphaea leibergii, Nymphaea colorata, Nymphaea gigantea, Nymphaea micrantha | ||
Nymphaea macrosperma, Water lily, is an emergent water plant native to northern Australia.
The water lily occurs in freshwater lagoons, and has large round leaves that float on the water surface.
Uses
The plant is a traditional Aboriginal bushfood. The seeds are usually described as "sweet like a pea" and are eaten for lunch.
References
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