Alisma plantago-aquatica

Water Plantain

A flowering plant native to most of the Northern Hemisphere including Europe, northern Asia and North America. Plants grow in shallow water and consist of a fibrous root, several basal leaves and a triangular stem. Branched clusters of numerous small lavender flowers.

Additional Information:
The genus name "alisma" is said to be a word of Celtic origin meaning "water", a reference to the habitat in which it grows. Early botanists named it after the plantain because of the similarity of their leaves.

Height 24-36 Inches

Spread 30-48 Inches

Bloom/Seasonal Color Lavender

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