Nymphaea alba, the White Water-Lily, is an aquatic perennial. It features large, fragrant white flowers and round, floating green leaves. Thrives in still or slow-moving
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade (at least 6 hours direct sun).
Watering
Requires still or slow-moving water 30-90 cm deep.
Soil
Heavy loam or clay soil, rich in organic matter.
Temperature
Ideal water temperature 15-25 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Aquatic
Fertilizer
Annually in spring with aquatic fertilizer tablets.
Full sun to partial shade (at least 6 hours direct sun).
Requires still or slow-moving water 30-90 cm deep.
Heavy loam or clay soil, rich in organic matter.
Ideal water temperature 15-25 °C.
Outdoor, Aquatic
Annually in spring with aquatic fertilizer tablets.
Plant Type
Aquatic, Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-2 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter dormancy
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple, orbicular, floating
Flower Size
10-20 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
Yes
Generally considered non-toxic to pets and humans. Rhizomes and seeds are edible after proper cooking or preparation.
