
Little aguja pondweed
Potamogeton berchtoldii
Little aguja pondweed is a fine-leaved submerged aquatic plant found in slow-moving freshwater lakes, ponds, and streams across the Northern Hemisphere. It requires stable, clear, cool to temperate water and adequate light penetration to thrive, making it best suited to outdoor wildlife ponds or large aquaria. Its dense foliage provides excellent habitat for invertebrates and food for waterfowl.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
peat
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
8″
Watering Schedule
Fully Submerged; Maintain Stable Water Depth At All Times • Requires Permanent Submersion In Shallow Freshwater; Do Not Allow To Dry Out
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 15, 2014 by Photoflora - Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
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