Water-aloe
Stratiotes aloides
Water-aloe is a striking free-floating aquatic perennial that sinks to pond bottoms in winter and rises to the surface in summer, requiring no soil or planting. It does best in full sun to partial shade in calm, clear water and helps oxygenate ponds while providing habitat for aquatic wildlife. This plant is ideal for outdoor wildlife ponds and requires minimal intervention once established.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
peat
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Maintain Permanent Aquatic Or Submerged Conditions • Keep Fully Submerged In At Least 12-24 Inches Of Water; Rises To Surface During Growing Season
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 Mar 19, 2019 by Anton Kindt (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.