Broad-leaved Pondweed

Potamogeton natans, Potamogetonaceae

Zones

3–8

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Spiny HornwortCeratophyllum echinatum

Beneficial Insect HabitatShade Provision

Madagascar Lace PlantAponogeton madagascariensis

Shade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Curly-leaf PondweedPotamogeton crispus

Competing pondweed species with overlapping habitat requirements and resource competition

Narrow-leaved Bur-reedSparganium angustifolium

Emergent and floating-leaved plants competing for light and surface space in shallow waters

Variable-leaf Water-milfoilMyriophyllum heterophyllum

Variable-leaf Water-milfoil competes with Broad-leaved Pondweed for underwater light resources

Richardson's PondweedPotamogeton richardsonii

Two pondweed species competing for aquatic space, nutrients, and light in similar habitats

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion ControlHabitat CreationWater OxygenationNutrient Cycling

Edible Parts

TubersSeeds

Common Questions

What zones does Broad-leaved Pondweed grow in?

Broad-leaved Pondweed grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Broad-leaved Pondweed?

Good companions for Broad-leaved Pondweed include Spiny Hornwort, Madagascar Lace Plant.

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