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Waterthread Pondweed

Potamogeton diversifolius, Potamogetonaceae

Zones
5–10
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

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

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

American FeatherfoilHottonia inflata
Beneficial Insect HabitatNutrient Accumulation
Whorled Water MilfoilMyriophyllum verticillatum
Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Alternate-flowered Water MilfoilMyriophyllum alterniflorum

Alternate-flowered watermilfoil can form dense canopies that reduce light availability for thread-leaved pondweeds

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationOxygen ProductionHabitat CreationNutrient CyclingErosion Control

Edible Parts

TubersSeeds

Common Questions

What zones does Waterthread Pondweed grow in?

Waterthread Pondweed grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Waterthread Pondweed?

Good companions for Waterthread Pondweed include American Featherfoil, Whorled Water Milfoil.

Design guilds with Waterthread Pondweed and see companion relationships visually.

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