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Search Term(s): Nymphaea odorata subsp. odorata   (1 record found)

NYMPHAEACEAE
Waterlily Family
Nymphaea odorata subsp. odorata  (waterlily)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Nymphaea: water goddess in Greek mythology; odorata: fragrant
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
May-June
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Slow streams, ponds, floodplain ox-bows and seasonal ponds.
State Status
Common
Piedmont Status
Common
Coastal Plain Status
Common
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
6
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
Resting cover for Ischnura kellicotti (Lilypad Forktail damesfly).
Medicinal Properties
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ID Notes
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Additional Info
Subspecies tuberosa is more northern and western in its distribution.
Habitats in which this plant occurs
Beach and Dune Habitats (Interdunal Wetlands, herbaceous, shrub, forested)
Peat Wetlands (Acidic Fens)
Ponds, Lakes, and Reservoirs (Millponds)
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