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Northern Water Plantain

Alisma triviale, Alismataceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Giant Bur-reedSparganium eurycarpum
Wind ProtectionPhysical Support
Mountain Mare's TailHippuris montana
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Yellow Skunk CabbageLysichiton americanus

Skunk cabbage produces allelopathic compounds that can inhibit growth of other wetland plants like water plantain

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion ControlWildlife HabitatConstructed Wetland Component

Edible Parts

Roots

Medicinal Uses

DiureticKidney Support

Common Questions

What zones does Northern Water Plantain grow in?

Northern Water Plantain grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Northern Water Plantain?

Good companions for Northern Water Plantain include Giant Bur-reed, Mountain Mare's Tail.

Design guilds with Northern Water Plantain and see companion relationships visually.

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