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Pontederia

Pontederia

9.9
A water plant with purple flowers that grows at the edges of ponds
  • noun
  • /ˌpɒntəˈdɪəriə/
  • Specialized
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  • The vibrant purple flowers of Pontederia attract bees and butterflies.

Examples

  • Gardeners appreciate Pontederia for its ability to improve water quality in garden ponds.

  • Pontederia is often seen growing at the edges of freshwater ponds and lakes.

  • The Pontederia plant thrives in shallow waters.

  • Many wetlands are home to Pontederia species.

  • Pontederia is a common sight in the wetlands of North America, thriving in the shallow waters.

  • The beautiful blooms of Pontederia create a stunning display in natural marshes.

  • Many wildlife enthusiasts observe Pontederia growing along the banks of tranquil lakes.

Synonyms

pickerelweed
vsPontederia
  • US
9.9

A water plant with broad leaves and blue flower spikes that grows at pond edges

is the scientific genus name for the same wetland plants
pickerel weed
vsPontederia
  • US
9.9

A water plant with spikes of blue flowers that grows in shallow ponds and streams

is the same name but written as two separate words

Compounds

Pontederia cordata
  • Specialized
9.9

A water plant with spikes of blue flowers that grows in shallow ponds and streams

Surface Forms

Pontederia singular
Pontederias plural

Etymology

Pontederia ends with -ia, a common ending that shows a plant group is 'named after' a person, so the name points to someone’s surname. A helpful way to remember it is to think 'Ponteder's plant', which links the name to this group of water plants.