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Water Figwort

Scrophularia auriculata, Scrophulariaceae

Zones
5–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Variable PondweedPotamogeton gramineus
Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent
Round-fruited Hedge HyssopGratiola virginiana
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Pendulous SedgeCarex pendula

Large pendulous sedge can shade and outcompete water figwort for root space in riparian zones

Stalked Water HorehoundLycopus rubellus

Large water figwort can shade smaller water horehound and may release growth-inhibiting compounds

Uses

Functions

Water FiltrationErosion ControlHabitatPollinator Support

Edible Parts

Young Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Wound HealingSkin Conditions

Common Questions

What zones does Water Figwort grow in?

Water Figwort grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Water Figwort?

Good companions for Water Figwort include Variable Pondweed, Round-fruited Hedge Hyssop.

Design guilds with Water Figwort and see companion relationships visually.

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