| Nymphaea macrosperma | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Order: | Nymphaeales |
| Family: | Nymphaeaceae |
| Genus: | Nymphaea |
| Species: | N. macrosperma |
| Binomial name | |
| Nymphaea macrosperma | |
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Nymphaea macrosperma, water lily, is an emergent water plant native to northern Australia.
The water lily occurs in freshwater lagoons, and has large round leaves that float on the water surface.
Uses
The plant is a traditional Aboriginal bushfood.[2] The seeds are usually described as "sweet like a pea" and are eaten for lunch.[3]
References
- ↑ "Nymphaea macrosperma Merr. & L.M.Perry". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 11 January 2024.
- ↑ Australian Food Standards, Water lily seed pod analysis
- ↑ "Part 1". In the Bush with Malcolm Douglas. Season 1. 7 February 2009.
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