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Southern Waternymph

Najas guadalupensis, Hydrocharitaceae

Zones
6–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect HabitatGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

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

Soil pH

6.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

American Frog's-bitLimnobium spongia
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation
Crested Floating HeartNymphoides cristata
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation
Water WisteriaHygrophila difformis
Beneficial Insect HabitatNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Grassleaf MudplantainHeteranthera dubia

Submerged aquatic plants compete for light and dissolved nutrients

Wire WeedAmphibolis antarctica

Submerged aquatic plants compete for light and dissolved nutrients in aquatic systems

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationOxygenationNutrient CyclingHabitat Creation

Common Questions

What zones does Southern Waternymph grow in?

Southern Waternymph grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Southern Waternymph?

Good companions for Southern Waternymph include American Frog's-bit, Crested Floating Heart, Water Wisteria.

Design guilds with Southern Waternymph and see companion relationships visually.

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