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Water Wisteria

Hygrophila difformis, Acanthaceae

Zones
10–12
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect HabitatMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Southern WaternymphNajas guadalupensis
Beneficial Insect HabitatNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Rice Paddy HerbLimnophila aromatica

Both aquatic plants compete for light and nutrients, with potential allelopathic interactions

Alligator WeedAlternanthera philoxeroides

Alligator weed is highly competitive and can outcompete water wisteria for resources

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationOxygen ProductionNutrient CyclingFish HabitatAlgae Control

Edible Parts

Young ShootsLeaves

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryCooling Herb

Common Questions

What zones does Water Wisteria grow in?

Water Wisteria grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Water Wisteria?

Good companions for Water Wisteria include Southern Waternymph.

Design guilds with Water Wisteria and see companion relationships visually.

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