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Mountain Mare's Tail

Hippuris montana, Plantaginaceae

Zones
2–7
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

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

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Water CrowfootRanunculus aquatilis
Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat
Northern Water PlantainAlisma triviale
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Clammy Hedge-hyssopGratiola neglecta

Small wetland plants may compete for nutrients and growing space

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion ControlConstructed Wetland ComponentAlpine Wetland Restoration

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Mountain Mare's Tail grow in?

Mountain Mare's Tail grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Mountain Mare's Tail?

Good companions for Mountain Mare's Tail include Water Crowfoot, Northern Water Plantain.

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