Scientific Name
Euryale ferox

Common Name
Prickly water lily; Gorgon plant


Hardiness: Tropical










Height: N/A
Flower: Inner row of white petals and outer row of deep violet petals; day flowering
Foliage: Sharp spines on stems and leaves; 4 to 5 feet dark green leaves with purple veins
Comments: Nonviviparous; easily propogated from seeds; spread of 10 to 15 feet; use in medium to large water gardens; dept of 3 to 8 inches of water best for flower production
Cultivars/Species: N/A

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