Nymphaea consists of rhizomatous, aquatic perennials that grow beneath the water's surface. They produce rounded, floating leaves and notable cup- or bowl-shaped flowers, which can be fragrant and appear in various colors. These blooms are positioned on or above the water and give way to submerged fruits resembling berries.

Nymphaea candida var. neglecta (H)

Nymphaea candida var. rubra (H)

Nymphaea capensis is a tropical, deciduous aquatic perennial characterized by its oval, shiny green foliage. During the summer and into autumn, it produces star-shaped flowers that range from lavender blue to purple, featuring yellow centers, which rise on sturdy stems. While this water lily can thrive in milder regions of the UK, it is advisable to lift and store it in a warm greenhouse during the winter months. Cultivars of this species vary in size: - Dwarf or small varieties typically expand to widths of 30–60 cm (1–2 ft) and require water depths of 30–45 cm (12–18 in). - Medium varieties can grow to widths of 60–120 cm (2–4 ft) and need water that is 45–75 cm (18–30 in) deep. - Large cultivars may reach widths of up to 2.4 m (8 ft) and necessitate water depths of 75–120 cm (30 in–4 ft). Refer to the plant label for specific planting depth recommendations for your pond.

Nymphaea capensis (T/D)

Nymphaea capensis var. zanzibariensis (T)

Nymphaea capensis var. zanzibariensis Kew form

Nymphaea cordata 'Pink Pons'

Nymphaea gigantea (T/D)

Nymphaea leibergii (H)

Nymphaea lotus (T/N) is a tropical, deciduous aquatic perennial characterized by its oval leaves, which range in color from green to reddish-brown and feature purple mottling. From summer to autumn, it produces fragrant, star-shaped white flowers with yellow centers. While tropical waterlilies can thrive in some milder regions of the UK, they must be removed and kept in a warm greenhouse during the winter months.

Nymphaea lotus (T/N)

Nymphaea mexicana (H)

Nymphaea micrantha

Nymphaea minima 'Alba'

Nymphaea nouchali

Nymphaea odorata 'Jasmine'

Nymphaea odorata (H) is a resilient aquatic perennial that exhibits a compact growth habit. Its small, rounded leaves emerge in a purple-bronze hue before maturing to a dark green. From June to September, the plant produces white, cup-shaped blossoms featuring yellow centers, which emit a pleasant fragrance.

Nymphaea odorata (H)

Nymphaea odorata f. rubra (H)

Nymphaea odorata subsp. tuberosa 'Alba' (H)

Nymphaea odorata subsp. tuberosa 'Maxima' (H)

Nymphaea odorata subsp. tuberosa (H)

Nymphaea odorata var. gigantea (H)

Nymphaea odorata var. minor (H) is a deciduous aquatic species characterized by its rounded, medium-green foliage. It produces aromatic, star-shaped white blossoms featuring slender petals and prominent yellow stamens.

Nymphaea odorata var. minor (H)

Nymphaea odorata var. rosea (H)

Nymphaea pink hybrid

Nymphaea pubescens (T/N)

Nymphaea stellata F. Muell.

Nymphaea tetragona (H) is a deciduous aquatic perennial characterized by its small, oval leaves that can reach up to 8 cm in diameter, exhibiting a dark green hue. It produces white flowers featuring yellow stamens.

Nymphaea tetragona (H)

Nymphaea tetragona var. rubra (H) is a deciduous aquatic perennial characterized by its small, oval leaves, which are dark green and occasionally exhibit a purplish tint, reaching up to 8 cm in diameter. The blooms start as pink and transition to red as they mature.

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