Banana Lily

Banana Lily

General Description: A banana lily is an interesting fore-ground plant whose roots resemble a bunch of tiny bananas.

In an aquarium, the roots can be partially planted in the substrate and small green leaves will extend from the banana lily roots and reach for the water surface. They can also be grown as a floating plant.

What is special about me? Banana lilies can also be grown in an outdoor pond. It is an interesting pond plant with rounded heart-shaped leaves and small white flowers.

Scientific Name: Nymphaea aquatica

Common Name: Banana Plant

Also known as: Underwater Banana Plant, Heart Water Lily

Country of Origin: South-East United States

Temperature Range: 15 to 30 degrees Celcius

Light Range: Prefers bright light

Tank Position: Banana lilies are ideal for the fore-ground of an aquarium

Difficulty: Easy