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Alisma plantago-aquatica:
Water Plantain

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Water Plantain The flowers of Water Plantain are small and white or pink with yellow centers. The flowers resemble miniature arrowhead flowers but are borne in whorls of 4 or more on a many-branched stalk. 

Both leaves and flower stems arise directly from the crown of the rootstock.
waterfowl image Water Plantain is an important waterfowl food.

 
Water Plantain
Close-up of flower
Height: 1 - 3 ft
Color: White
Flowering Time: May - Sep
   

Companion Plants:
Blue Flag Iris, Bur-reed,
Green Bullrush,
Broad-leaved Arrowhead
Water Plantain grows in shallow water or mud in marshes or sloughs and requires full sun or partial shade.

It is best propagated from seed.  


Water Plantain Price List
 

60,000 seeds/ ounce
Item #
Amount
Price
  
AlisPlanPkt Packet $2  
AlisPlan.5O 1/2 Oz $5  
AlisPlanOz Ounce $8  
AlisPlanLb Pound $75  
To Order Water Plantain, Call (515) 733-4634
Or Order by Mail: Order Form
 
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