Longleaf pondweed
Potamogeton nodosus
Longleaf pondweed is an aquatic perennial that grows submerged or floating in ponds, slow streams, and lake margins. It requires a permanently wet or fully submerged environment and moderate to full sunlight to flourish. This plant is an excellent oxygenator and provides valuable habitat and food for aquatic wildlife and waterfowl.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Submerged Or Fully Saturated At All Times • Grow Submerged Or In Saturated Substrate; Water Level Should Cover Roots Consistently
Soil pH
5.8 – 7
Temperature
0° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Sep 9, 2009 by EOL − Jan Ševčík (public)
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