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American Featherfoil

Hottonia inflata, Primulaceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Greater Pond SedgeCarex riparia
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Frogbit ButtercupRanunculus hydrocharoides
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Waterthread PondweedPotamogeton diversifolius
Beneficial Insect HabitatNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Floating Primrose-willowLudwigia peploides

Invasive primrose-willow outcompetes and inhibits native aquatic plants like American featherfoil through multiple mechanisms

Bulblet Water HemlockCicuta bulbifera

Water hemlock produces toxic compounds that can inhibit growth of other aquatic herbaceous plants in the same area

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationOxygenationHabitat CreationAquatic Pest Control

Common Questions

What zones does American Featherfoil grow in?

American Featherfoil grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for American Featherfoil?

Good companions for American Featherfoil include Greater Pond Sedge, Frogbit Buttercup, Waterthread Pondweed.

Design guilds with American Featherfoil and see companion relationships visually.

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