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Water Crowfoot

Ranunculus aquatilis, Ranunculaceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial 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

Mountain Mare's TailHippuris montana
Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat
American SpeedwellVeronica americana
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Smooth FrogbitLimnobium laevigatum

Smooth Frogbit surface coverage blocks light needed by submerged Water Crowfoot

Lesser SpearwortRanunculus flammula

Ranunculus species known to produce allelopathic compounds affecting nearby plants

Uses

Functions

Water PurificationOxygenationHabitat CreationErosion Control

Common Questions

What zones does Water Crowfoot grow in?

Water Crowfoot grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Water Crowfoot?

Good companions for Water Crowfoot include Mountain Mare's Tail, American Speedwell.

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