Alisma subcordatum - water plantain

Alisma subcordatum

Water plantain

Alisma subcordatum, water plantain, is a clump forming seed colonizer which thrives in permanently inundated quiet water. Water plantain becomes recognizable early in the growing season with its submerged strap like foliage, then emerges to stand 2-4' above the surface with dark green ovate shaped leaves with reddish pedials. From June thru September Alisma produces Baby's Breath like white flowers that create a soft misty haze in full sun.

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Bloom Color

White

Alisma subcordatum Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure

•	Sun
•	Partial Shade

Mature Height

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2' - 4'

Spread Characteristics

•	Clumping
•	Prolific Seeder

Season of Interest (Flowering)

•	Summer
•	Fall

Season of Interest (Foliage)

•	Spring
•	Summer
•	Fall

Pond Zonation

•	High Marsh - Saturated Soil
•	Low Marsh 0 - 6"
•	Shallow Water 6" - 12"

Foliage Color

•	Green
•	Red

Wildlife Benefits

•	Amphibians
•	Bees/Pollinators
•	Food
•	Nesting
•	Waterfowl

Critter Resistance

•	Deer Resistant
•	Goose Resistant

Wetland Indicator Status

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OBL

Plant Type

•	Bog/Marsh
•	Flowering Perennial
•	Marginal

Attributes

•	Container
•	Cut Flower
•	Drought Tolerant
•	Erosion Control
•	Fibrous Roots
•	Focal Point
•	Fragrant Foliage
•	Mass Planting
•	Native
•	Naturalizing
•	Ornamental Flower
•	Storm Water Basin

USDA Hardiness Zone

•	3
•	4
•	5
•	6
•	7