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Water Poppy

Hydrocleys nymphoides, Alismataceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

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

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Alligator WeedAlternanthera philoxeroides
Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat
Round-leaf Monkey-flowerMimulus glabratus
Pollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Smooth FrogbitLimnobium laevigatum

Both floating aquatic plants compete for surface area and light penetration

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationOxygen ProductionHabitat CreationAesthetic Value

Common Questions

What zones does Water Poppy grow in?

Water Poppy grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Water Poppy?

Good companions for Water Poppy include Alligator Weed, Round-leaf Monkey-flower.

Design guilds with Water Poppy and see companion relationships visually.

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