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Anchored Water Hyacinth

Eichhornia azurea, Pontederiaceae

Zones
9–12
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator AttractorDynamic AccumulatorMulch Maker

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

Sessile JoyweedAlternanthera sessilis
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation
Grassleaf MudplantainHeteranthera dubia
Nutrient AccumulationPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Big Floating HeartNymphoides aquatica

Both form dense surface coverage competing for light and nutrients in aquatic systems

Yellow CabombaCabomba aquatica

Dense Anchored Water Hyacinth canopy reduces light availability for submerged Yellow Cabomba

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationNutrient AbsorptionErosion ControlWildlife HabitatHeavy Metal Uptake

Edible Parts

Young LeavesFlower Buds

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryWound Healing

Common Questions

What zones does Anchored Water Hyacinth grow in?

Anchored Water Hyacinth grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Anchored Water Hyacinth?

Good companions for Anchored Water Hyacinth include Sessile Joyweed, Grassleaf Mudplantain.

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