PatternBaseGreen Parrot's Feather
Myriophyllum pinnatum, Haloragaceae
Zones
7–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast
Guild Roles
Beneficial Insect HabitatDynamic Accumulator
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)
Water
High (established)High (seedling)
Soil pH
6 – 8.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Large-flowered Primrose WillowLudwigia grandiflora
Both aggressive aquatic species compete intensely for light and growing space, with primrose willow's dense surface growth shading out milfoil
Duck LettuceOttelia alismoidesDense stands of parrot's feather block light penetration to submerged rosette plants like duck lettuce
Four-leaf Mare's-tailHippuris tetraphyllaBoth are emergent aquatic plants with similar growth forms, competing for light and root space in shallow water
Uses
Functions
Water FiltrationOxygenationNutrient Cycling
Common Questions
What zones does Green Parrot's Feather grow in?
Green Parrot's Feather grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 11.
What are good companion plants for Green Parrot's Feather?
Good companions for Green Parrot's Feather include Redhead Grass.
Design guilds with Green Parrot's Feather and see companion relationships visually.
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