Grass-leaved Arrowhead

Sagittaria graminea, Alismataceae

Zones

5–10

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerGround CoverPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

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

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Texas Wild RiceZizania texana

Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

White Arrow ArumPeltandra sagittifolia

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

MaidencanePanicum hemitomon

Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat

Square-stemmed Spike RushEleocharis quadrangulata

Beneficial Insect HabitatPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Arumleaf ArrowheadSagittaria cuneata

Congeneric arrowhead species compete for similar wetland habitats and growing conditions

Alligator WeedAlternanthera philoxeroides

Aggressive alligator weed competes for nutrients and may inhibit native arrowhead growth through allelopathy

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion ControlNutrient CyclingWildlife HabitatSediment Stabilization

Edible Parts

TubersYoung Shoots

Medicinal Uses

Digestive SupportAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Grass-leaved Arrowhead grow in?

Grass-leaved Arrowhead grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Grass-leaved Arrowhead?

Good companions for Grass-leaved Arrowhead include Texas Wild Rice, White Arrow Arum, Maidencane, Square-stemmed Spike Rush.

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