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Hardy Water Lily

Nymphaea odorata, Nymphaeaceae

Zones
3–11
Layer
Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorProducer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (acceptable)Full Sun (optimal)

Water

HighHigh

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

RiceOryza sativa
Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing
DuckweedLemna minor
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Water HyacinthEichhornia crassipes

Dense water hyacinth mats shade water lily leaves and may release compounds that inhibit lily growth

Water LettucePistia stratiotes

Water lettuce can form dense surface mats that compete with water lilies for light and dissolved nutrients

Uses

Functions

ShadeWater FiltrationWater Filtration

Edible Parts

RootsSeeds

Common Questions

What zones does Hardy Water Lily grow in?

Hardy Water Lily grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Hardy Water Lily?

Good companions for Hardy Water Lily include Rice, Duckweed.

Design guilds with Hardy Water Lily and see companion relationships visually.

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