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Canadian Eloidea

Description: Eloidea canadensis is a submerged aquatic plant, rustic and easy to manage. It has oblong dark green leaves, gathered in whorls along the stems. When the flowering period is close, small lavender or pink-purple flowers appear, adding a touch of color to the aquatic environment.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun or partial shade
• Flowering: August - September

This plant is suitable for ponds and aquariums, helping to improve the underwater aesthetics and providing shelter for aquatic fauna.

Ceratophyllum demersum (Foxtail)

Ceratophyllum demersum, commonly known as Foxtail, is a floating herbaceous plant characterized by highly branched stems and laciniate leaves, gathered in whorls. This species is particularly suitable for cold water aquariums, where it contributes to the oxygenation of the water and provides shelter for small aquatic organisms.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun or partial shade

BLACK PRINCESS

(Slocum - 1995)

Black Princess is an extraordinary and unique water lily, known for its large double, cup-shaped flowers, slightly scented and very dark red, almost black in the innermost crowns of the rounded petals. The color intensifies during the three days of opening, creating a spectacular contrast with the light, almost white stamens. Recognized as the darkest red hardy water lily in the world, Black Princess is the result of the innovative hybridization between a red hardy water lily and a blue tropical one.

Characteristics :

• Iconic Flowers : Large and double, with very dark red petals that turn black in the inner crowns.
• Delicate Fragrance : A refined sensory touch for your aquatic garden.
• Unique Contrast : The intense red of the petals combines with the very light stamens for a surprising visual effect.
• History of Innovation : Created through a unique cross between hardy and tropical water lilies.
• Suitable for Elegant Gardens : Perfect for ponds that want a presence with great visual impact.

With Black Princess, bring into your garden a water lily of rare beauty and refinement, which embodies the innovation and elegance of the botanical world.

Utricularia vulgaris (Bladderwort)

Utricularia vulgaris is an aquatic plant with bipinnate, hair-like leaves, equipped on their lower surface with small transparent vesicles called utricles . These structures have a dual function:

• Insect Trapping: The utricles trap small insects, providing additional nourishment to the plant.
• Floating: During the flowering stage, the utricles fill with air, helping the plant float and emerge from the surface of the water.

The inflorescence of Utricularia vulgaris consists of a raceme of golden-yellow flowers that bloom from June to August, enriching the aquatic environment with delicate touches of color.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun or partial shade
• Flowering: June - August

MYOSOTIS PALUSTRIS (Forget-me-not)

Graceful and Generous Flowering Aquatic Plant

Myosotis Palustris, known as Forget-me-not, is a hardy perennial plant, perfect for decorating ponds and wetlands. Its pretty light blue flowers, gathered in spiral-shaped inflorescences, add a touch of delicacy and natural color to your aquatic garden. The oval, bright green, semi-evergreen leaves grow on long, creeping stems that also make it ideal for covering unsightly edges. It is a versatile plant, which grows both in little water and on wetlands.

Characteristics :

• Graceful flowers : Light blue, gathered in elegant spiral inflorescences.
• Decorative Leaves : Oval, bright green and semi-evergreen, for a natural and elegant effect.
• Versatile Growth : Perfect for ponds, moist soil or shallow bodies of water.
• Rustic and Long-lasting : Abundant and generous flowering for long periods.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : 20-30 cm.
  • Depth under water : 0-5 cm.
• Flowering period : From May to July.

With Myosotis Palustris, add a touch of color and lightness to your aquatic garden, ideal for creating a harmonious and natural environment.

BUTOMUS UMBELLATUS (Flowering Rush)

Elegance and Delicacy for Ponds and Water Mirrors

Butomus Umbellatus, known as Flowering Rush, is a refined aquatic plant, ideal for decorating ponds and waterways. Its long, slightly twisted leaves, an elegant purple when young and bright green when adult, surround the erect flowering stem, adding grace and structure to the landscape. The pink, three-petaled flowers are grouped in splendid umbel inflorescences, with 20-30 flowers that bloom in the summer months.

Characteristics :

• Ornamental Leaves : Long, twisted, purple when young and green when adult, for a unique decorative touch.
• Pretty Flowers : Pink, with three petals, grouped in elegant umbels of 20-30 flowers.
• Suitable for Ponds and Waterways : Perfect for decorative bodies of water and wet areas.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade for optimal growth.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : 60-100 cm.
  • Depth under water : 2-5 cm.
• Flowering period : From June to August.

With Butomus Umbellatus, enrich your aquatic garden with a plant that combines elegance, color and an enchanting floral presence during the summer.

Spirodela polyrhiza

S pirodela polyrhiza is an aquatic plant belonging to the Lemnaceae group, distinguishable by its fronds which are larger than those of Lemna minor. Its leaflets are entirely green and have evident veins on the upper surface. Numerous root systems develop under each leaflet, making the plant particularly efficient in absorbing nutrients.

Uses in Phytoremediation: Like other lemnaceae, Spirodela polyrhiza is widely used in the United States and other parts of the world for phytoremediation. Its ability to grow rapidly and absorb large amounts of nutrients makes it ideal for the treatment of municipal and agro-industrial wastewater, helping to remove pollutants and improve water quality in an environmentally friendly way.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun
• Flowering: June - August

Spirodela polyrhiza thrives in well-lit environments and, thanks to its adaptability and resistance, is an excellent choice for phytoremediation systems and for the decoration of ponds and aquariums.

Stratiotes aloides (Ditch Knifegrass)

Stratiotes aloides is a rare and highly sought-after aquatic plant. It has dark green, stiff, elongated and pointed leaves with serrated edges, arranged in submerged rosettes that resemble pineapple tufts.

In June, the plant emerges to the surface, displaying a small, three-petaled white flower that blooms alone in the axil of a leaf rosette. After the bloom and subsequent wilting of the flower, the plant begins to sink to the bottom of the pond, where it will spend the winter, only to re-emerge and bloom again with the arrival of the following spring.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun
• Flowering: June - August

Stratiotes aloides is ideal for sunny ponds and makes a fascinating and rare addition to aquatic environments.

CALTHA PALUSTRIS (Butterfly)

Historical and Decorative Aquatic Plant

Caltha Palustris, also known as Butterwort, is a hardy perennial herbaceous plant, native to the Ice Age. Its dark green, cord-shaped leaves with serrated edges add a touch of natural elegance. Its bright golden yellow flowers with six petals are among the first to bloom in spring and remain open for many weeks. The creeping stems make this plant ideal for covering unsightly edges of ponds and bodies of water.

Characteristics :

• Decorative Leaves : Corded-reniform, dark green and toothed, perfect for a natural and elegant touch.
• Early and Prolonged Flowers : Golden yellow with six petals, among the first of spring, with long-lasting flowering.
• Creeping Stems : Ideal for hiding unsightly edges and creating a harmonious look.
• Suitable for Ponds and Wetlands : Ideal for bodies of water of any size.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun for lush growth.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : 15-20 cm.
  • Depth under water : 2-5 cm.
• Flowering period : From April to July.

With Caltha Palustris, enrich your water garden with a plant that combines historical tradition, beauty and practicality.

IRIS ENSATA (Japanese Iris)

Oriental Elegance with Decorative Platform Flowers

Iris Ensata, known as Japanese Iris, is a stunning and decorative aquatic plant, ideal for ponds and wet gardens. The stem, taller than the sword-shaped leaves, bears 2-3 large, almost flat-shaped flowers, up to 25 cm in diameter. The colors of the flowers vary from mauve to dark purple, to white streaked with purple, offering a wide range of shades and combinations. Some varieties have double flowers, which add an extra touch of refinement.

Characteristics :

• Impressive flowers : Up to 25 cm wide, flat and decorative in shape, with bright colours and streaks.
• Chromatic Variability : Shades ranging from mauve to dark purple, to white with purple streaks.
• Double Flower Varieties : Available in some selections for an even more ornamental effect.
• Suitable for Wet Gardens and Ponds : Ideal for moist grounds and decorative aquatic spaces.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade for lush growth.
• Plant height : 60-80 cm in moist soil.
• Flowering period : From June to July.

With Iris Ensata, give your aquatic or humid garden a touch of oriental elegance and spectacular colors, perfect for creating a unique and fascinating environment.

PONTEDERIA CORDATA

Rustic Aquatic Plant with Blue-Violet Inflorescences

Pontederia Cordata, native to North America, is a rustic and versatile aquatic plant, ideal for decorating ponds and bodies of water. The elegant spiciform inflorescence of blue-violet color stands on a petiole that gracefully emerges from a leaf at the top of the stem. The shiny and cordate leaves are enriched with light green veins, adding a natural and refined touch. Also known for its use in phytoremediation, this plant helps keep the water clean and healthy.

Characteristics :

• Elegant inflorescences : spiciform and blue-violet, carried by erect and decorative petioles.
• Corded Leaves : Glossy and veined with light green, perfect for a natural ornamental effect.
• Phytoremediation : Ideal for improving the quality of water in ponds and water gardens.
• Rustic and Versatile : Resistant and suitable for different environmental conditions.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : 50-80 cm.
  • Depth under water : 5-10 cm.
• Flowering period : From June to October.

With Pontederia Cordata, bring a resistant and decorative plant into your water garden, ideal for creating a natural, elegant and functional environment.

IRIS PSEUDACORUS (Water iris)

Rustic Aquatic Plant with Golden Yellow Flowers and Decorative Leaves

Iris Pseudacorus, also known as Water Iris, is an extremely rustic and versatile aquatic plant, ideal for decorating ponds and humid gardens. Its blue-green leaves, as tall as the stem, add an elegant touch to the landscape, while the large golden yellow flowers, chosen as a heraldic coat of arms by the French king Louis VII, give it a historical and decorative charm. Thanks to its ability to filter dissolved pollutants, this plant is widely used for phytoremediation. It also grows well in soils with little water, making it perfect for different environmental situations.

Characteristics :

• Elegant Leaves : Blue-green, as tall as the stem, ideal for a refined ornamental effect.
• Golden Yellow Flowers : Large and bright, a symbol of history and natural beauty.
• Phytoremediation : Improves water quality by purifying bodies of water and ponds.
• Rusticity and Versatility : Suitable for variable environmental conditions, including areas with little water.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade for optimal flowering.
• Plant height : 50-80 cm in moist soil.
• Flowering period : From May to June.

With Iris Pseudacorus, give your aquatic garden a plant that combines functionality, aesthetics and a rich historical tradition, ideal for decorating and purifying aquatic environments.

VIRGINALIS

(Latour-Marliac - 1910)
Virginialis is one of the largest white hardy water lilies, an iconic variety that combines majesty and delicacy. Its tulip-shaped flowers are distinguished by their elongated petals of pure white and their delicate scent. With both early and late flowering, Virginialis guarantees an elegant and continuous presence in your aquatic garden.

Characteristics :

• Impressive Size : Among the largest of the rustic white water lilies, ideal for ponds and large bodies of water.
• Floral Elegance : Tulip-shaped flowers with elongated petals of an intense white.
• Long-Blooming : Blooms in both early and late seasons, providing beauty for much of the year.
• Delicate Fragrance : A natural aroma that enriches any garden.

Virginialis is the perfect choice for those looking for a water lily that combines size, refinement and long-lasting flowering.

LYTHRUM SALICARIA (Loosestrife)

Ornamental and Phytoremediative Aquatic Plant

Lythrum Salicaria, known as Purple Loosestrife, is a rustic perennial plant, perfect for decorating water gardens and ponds. Its opposite and lanceolate leaves, supported by woody stems, create an elegant and natural effect. The star-shaped flowers of a vivid purple red, gathered in long spiciform inflorescences, bloom abundantly throughout the summer. Thanks to its phytoremediation capacity, it is ideal for improving the quality of the water, and is also suitable for soils with little water.

Characteristics :

• Sturdy Stems and Decorative Leaves : Woody stems with opposite, lanceolate leaves.
• Bright Flowers : Purple-red star-shaped flowers, gathered in long inflorescences, for abundant and long-lasting flowering.
• Phytoremediation : Improves water quality, ideal for ponds and bodies of water.
• Rusticity and Versatility : It grows well even in little water, adapting to different environmental conditions.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade.
• Plant height : 80-100 cm in moist soil.
• Flowering period : From June to September.

With Lythrum Salicaria, add to your water garden a plant that combines beauty, functionality and a long summer flowering, perfect for creating serene and lush environments.