Common Name:
White Water-Lily

Scientific Name:
Nymphaea odorata Aiton

Family:
Water-Lily (Nympaeaceae)

Plant Description:
Water Lily is an aquatic perennial plant with several tuber-like branches. Large circular leaves float on the water surface. White, sometimes pink, flowers appear during the months of June-September. Flowers are very fragrant.

Remarks:
White Water-Lily is found in many lakes, ponds, and marshes throughout the state. On cranberry marshes it may be found growing in reservoirs and flood canals.