{"product_id":"nymphoides-hydrophylla-sp-taiwan-t-c-cup","title":"Nymphoides Hydrophylla sp Taiwan (T\/C cup)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaxonomic and Common Names\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis plant is scientifically classified within the family Menyanthaceae. Here are its key names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAspect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNymphoides hydrophylla\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Lour.) Kuntze \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/taicol.tw\/taxon\/t0054598\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSynonyms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNymphoides cristata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Roxb.) Kuntze, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimnanthemum cristatum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMorphological Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNymphoides hydrophylla\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Taiwan' is an aquatic plant with distinct features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: It is a rooted aquatic plant with a short rhizome. It produces flexible, petiole-like shoots with several nodes that can occasionally root \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tai2.ntu.edu.tw\/species\/541%20001%2003%200\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/taieol.tw\/pages\/42383\/articles\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: The leaves are orbicular-rounded (1-6 cm across) with a deep, heart-shaped base. A notable feature is that the underside of the leaf is often purple \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tai2.ntu.edu.tw\/species\/541%20001%2003%200\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/taieol.tw\/pages\/42383\/articles\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The aquatic cultivar 'Taiwan' is known for its many underwater leaves and an intense, light-green, almost transparent colour \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/collections\/aquatic-plants-indoor\/products\/nymphoides-taiwan\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: The plant produces delicate, five-petaled white flowers with a distinct yellow throat. The petals have fringed or winged margins and a characteristic longitudinal crest, which gives the plant its Chinese name \"dragon-keel\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Nymphoides_hydrophylla\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tai2.ntu.edu.tw\/species\/541%20001%2003%200\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/taieol.tw\/pages\/42383\/articles\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit and Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: The fruit is a small, oblong capsule (about 3 mm in diameter) containing 1-6 seeds. The seeds are globe-shaped and covered with short, papillose (nipple-like) projections \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tai2.ntu.edu.tw\/species\/541%20001%2003%200\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/taieol.tw\/pages\/42383\/articles\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Distribution and Habitat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Its native distribution spans tropical Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and South China \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tai2.ntu.edu.tw\/species\/541%20001%2003%200\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/taieol.tw\/pages\/42383\/articles\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresence in Taiwan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: In Taiwan, it is considered native but has a very restricted natural distribution, found only in the southern part of the island \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tai2.ntu.edu.tw\/species\/541%20001%2003%200\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/taieol.tw\/pages\/42383\/articles\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The most famous population is in Chung-Cheng Lake in Meinong District, Kaohsiung \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tai2.ntu.edu.tw\/species\/541%20001%2003%200\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A recent observation was also recorded in a paddy field ditch in Yilan County \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plant.tbn.org.tw\/occurrence\/185063b6-647a-42f7-ae70-f26a7b45ce11\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConservation Status\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: On the Taiwan Red List, it is categorized as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNCR (Nationally Critical)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/taicol.tw\/taxon\/t0054598\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highlights its rarity and conservation need in the wild in Taiwan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cultural, Culinary, and Scientific Importance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis plant holds a unique place in Taiwanese culture and science:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Local Delicacy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: In the Meinong District of Kaohsiung, the slender, crisp stems (often referred to as spears) are a renowned local agricultural product and vegetable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/otserv2.acri.gov.tw\/ppm\/PLC0101.aspx?ASParam=TE9UTyU3Y2J1JTBjJTI2LjBmJTVlJTBlJTA4JTA2JTE3JTEycSUxMWMlN2Nj\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Nymphoides_hydrophylla\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is commonly known there as \"ye lian\" (wild lotus) or \"shui lian\" (water lotus) and is a key ingredient in Hakka cuisine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tai2.ntu.edu.tw\/species\/541%20001%2003%200\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Recent research has isolated specific compounds called oleanane-type saponins from this edible plant. These compounds have demonstrated significant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eanti-inflammatory effects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in laboratory tests by inhibiting key functions in human immune cells \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pure.lib.cgu.edu.tw\/en\/publications\/anti-inflammatory-saponins-from-an-edible-aquatic-plant-nymphoide\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This supports its traditional use for ailments like ulcers and skin diseases \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pure.lib.cgu.edu.tw\/en\/publications\/anti-inflammatory-saponins-from-an-edible-aquatic-plant-nymphoide\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cultivation and Care (Aquarium \u0026amp; Pond)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNymphoides hydrophylla\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Taiwan' is a popular plant in the aquatic horticulture trade, both for ponds and aquariums \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/collections\/aquatic-plants-indoor\/products\/nymphoides-taiwan\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Nymphoides_hydrophylla\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dennerleplants.co.uk\/products\/nymphoides-spec-taiwan#shopify-product-reviews\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs an Ornamental\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: It is prized for its beautiful, water lily-like leaves and easy care, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced aquascapers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dennerleplants.co.uk\/products\/nymphoides-spec-taiwan#shopify-product-reviews\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: It is a fast-growing plant that adapts to a wide range of conditions. For optimal growth, it prefers moderate to high light and nutrient-rich water \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/collections\/aquatic-plants-indoor\/products\/nymphoides-taiwan\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dennerleplants.co.uk\/products\/nymphoides-spec-taiwan#shopify-product-reviews\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It can grow to a height of 15-40 cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/collections\/aquatic-plants-indoor\/products\/nymphoides-taiwan\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dennerleplants.co.uk\/products\/nymphoides-spec-taiwan#shopify-product-reviews\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePropagation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: The plant propagates easily from adventitious plantlets that form on the leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aquapets ( KowloonAquarium)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53761578205457,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/9225\/6785\/products\/4.jpg?v=1679016950","url":"https:\/\/www.aquapets.ca\/products\/nymphoides-hydrophylla-sp-taiwan-t-c-cup","provider":"Aquapets ( KowloonAquarium)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}