Rice Paddy Herb

Limnophila aromatica, Plantaginaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

BrooklimeVeronica beccabunga

Pest DeterrentNutrient Accumulation

Arrowleaf MonochoriaMonochoria hastata

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Alligator WeedAlternanthera philoxeroides

Pest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Water WisteriaHygrophila difformis

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

Water VioletHottonia palustris

Submerged aquatic plants compete for dissolved nutrients and light penetration

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationNutrient CyclingOxygen ProductionCulinary ProductionAquaponics Plant

Edible Parts

LeavesStemsFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Rice Paddy Herb grow in?

Rice Paddy Herb grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Rice Paddy Herb?

Good companions for Rice Paddy Herb include Brooklime, Arrowleaf Monochoria, Alligator Weed.

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