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Amazon water-lily

Victoria amazonica

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Diet
Autotroph
Lifespan
1 years
Length
3.0 m
Trend
→ Stable
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About

El nenúfar amazónico, el lirio acuático más grande del mundo, produce hojas flotantes circulares de hasta 3 metros de diámetro capaces de soportar el peso de un niño, con bordes vueltos hacia arriba de hasta 20 cm que evitan que se hundan. Sus flores blancas se abren de noche, atrapando escarabajos polinizadores, y se cierran y tornan rosas al día siguiente cuando los escarabajos escapan cubiertos de polen. Un icono de la biodiversidad amazónica.

Fun Facts

  • ✨ The leaves have upturned rims to prevent other plants from encroaching.
  • ✨ Its structure inspired the Crystal Palace design in London.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

💧 Wetlands (Inland)

Distributed across Brazil, Colombia, and Vietnam.

🇻🇳 Vietnam 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Diet & Behavior

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Autotroph
Amazon water-lily is classified as autotroph, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🍽️ Autotroph

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Nymphaeaceae
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Victoria
Genus
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Wetlands (Inland)
Habitat

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Amazon water-lily?
The scientific name of Amazon water-lily is Victoria amazonica. It belongs to the genus Victoria.
Where does Amazon water-lily live?
Amazon water-lily is found in Distributed across Brazil, Colombia, and Vietnam.. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Vietnam.
What family does Amazon water-lily belong to?
Amazon water-lily (Victoria amazonica) belongs to the genus Victoria, which is part of the taxonomic family Nymphaeaceae.
What does Amazon water-lily eat?
Amazon water-lily is autotroph. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.
How long does Amazon water-lily live?
Amazon water-lily has an average lifespan of approximately 1 years in the wild.
What kingdom does Amazon water-lily belong to?
Amazon water-lily (Victoria amazonica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

Native Range — 3 Countries

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Genus Victoria — 1 Species

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Amazon water-lily
Victoria amazonica
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