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PONTEDERIA CORDATA "ALBA"

Rustic Aquatic Plant with Elegant White Inflorescences

Pontederia Cordata "Alba", a variant of the classic Pontederia Cordata, is a hardy aquatic plant native to North America. It stands out for its white spiciform inflorescences, which rise on elegant petioles and bloom from a leaf positioned at the top of the stem. The shiny, cordate leaves, veined with light green, complete its ornamental appeal. Also used for phytoremediation, it helps keep the water clean and healthy, making it a perfect choice for ponds and water gardens.

Characteristics :

• Refined Inflorescences : Spiciform and white in colour, they emerge elegantly above the surface of the water.
• Glossy and Corded Leaves : Bright green, with light green veins, which add a natural touch.
• Phytoremediation : Effective in improving water quality, ideal for ponds and bodies of water.
• Rusticity and Versatility : Suitable for different environmental conditions, resistant and decorative.
• 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 July to October.

With Pontederia Cordata "Alba", give your water garden a plant that combines elegance, resistance and functionality, perfect for creating a harmonious and refined environment.

SAURURUS CERNUUS (Lizard Tail)

Ornamental Aquatic Plant with Scented Inflorescences

Saururus Cernuus, also known as Lizard's Tail, is a rhizomatous perennial native to North America, ideal for decorating ponds, water gardens and even aquariums. Its tall, erect stems bear alternate, heart-shaped leaves, creating a natural, lush effect. In summer, it produces unusual, white, pendulous inflorescences that exude a delicate citrus scent and resemble the wriggling shape of a lizard's tail. Its rapid growth and decorative appearance make it a versatile choice for aquatic environments.

Characteristics :

• Unique Inflorescences : Pendulous, white and scented, with an unusual shape that recalls the tail of a lizard.
• Heart-shaped leaves : Alternate and ornamental, ideal for a natural and elegant effect.
• Delicate Fragrance : Diffuses a citrus fragrance, ideal for creating a relaxing atmosphere.
• Fast Growing : Perfect for quickly filling spaces in ponds or water gardens.
• Suitable for Aquariums : It also lends itself well as a decorative aquatic plant for aquariums.
• Exposure : Prefers full sun or partial shade.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : 80-100 cm.
  • Depth under water : 2-10 cm.
• Flowering period : From June to November.

With Saururus Cernuus, add to your water garden a plant with a unique charm and pleasant fragrance, perfect for creating a serene and lush environment.

VERY RUSTIC PERENNIAL HERBACEOUS PLANT

Rhizomatous Aquatic Plant for Borders and Phytoremediation

This herbaceous perennial and rhizomatous plant is ideal for the edges of ponds and bodies of water, thanks to its rusticity and its ability to contribute to phytoremediation. It forms dense tufts of dark green stems with a triangular section, while the sheath-shaped leaves wrap around the base of the stems for a natural and tidy appearance. In summer, it produces inflorescences composed of conical spikelets accompanied by rigid dark green bracts, bent at a right angle, which seem to be an extension of the stems.

Characteristics :

• Triangular Stems : Dense clumps of dark green stems, for a natural ornamental effect.
• Sheathed Leaves : They wrap around the base of the stems, giving a neat appearance.
• Elegant Inflorescences : Conical spikelets accompanied by rigid bracts, similar to a continuation of the stems.
• Phytoremediation : Perfect for improving the water quality in ponds.
• Hardiness and Versatility : Suitable for full sun or partial shade conditions.
• Depth and Height :
  • Vegetation above water : 20-30 cm.
  • Depth under water : 2-5 cm.
• Flowering period : From June to August.

With this aquatic plant, add a natural and functional element to your garden, perfect for decorating borders and contributing to the health of the aquatic environment.

Thalia dealbata

Description: Native to Carolina, Thalia dealbata is one of the most ornamental aquatic plants. Its large, lanceolate and strongly veined leaves are a bright green with glaucous reflections. These leaves are supported by long petioles and are covered with a white patina, the same characteristic found on the stems. The flowers, of a delicate purple color, gather in a terminal spike.

Hardiness and Climate: Thalia dealbata is not very hardy to frost and can therefore only overwinter outdoors in regions with a mild climate.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun or partial shade
• Flowering: July - August
• Height above water level: 150–200 cm
• Depth below water level: 2–5 cm

Thelypteris palustris

Description: This is a small rustic fern characterized by light green lanceolate fronds. This species prefers acidic soils, adapting well to humid and slightly shaded conditions.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Partial shade
• Height above water level: 30–50 cm
• Depth below water level: 2–5 cm

Typha latifolia (Deaf mace)

Suitable for large ponds, Typha latifolia is characterized by leathery, linear and ribbon-like leaves. The most distinctive part of this plant is the female inflorescence: a velvety brown cylinder that almost touches the male one, located in the upper part of the stem. This characteristic makes the plant very decorative and is often used in dried flower arrangements.

In addition to its aesthetic value, Typha latifolia is used in phytoremediation thanks to its high capacity to absorb heavy metals such as copper, lead and zinc dissolved in water, thus contributing to the purification of aquatic environments.

Characteristics of the Plant:

• Exposure: Full sun
• Flowering: July - September
• Height above water level: 150–200 cm
• Depth below water level: 5–10 cm

Typha latifolia variegated

Description: The variegated Typha latifolia stands out for its splendid lanceolate, long and narrow leaves, of a light green embellished with longitudinal white-cream streaks. During the summer the typical velvety inflorescence that characterizes the Thyhe appears. This variety is considered the most beautiful among the Typha and, unlike the other species, it does not become invasive. It prefers partially shaded positions and, to keep the plant healthy and in shape, it is advisable to divide it every two years.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Partial shade
• Flowering: July - September
• Height above water level: 150–200 cm
• Depth below water level: 5–10 cm

Typha laxmanni Lepechin

It is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial. Its long dark green leaves, between 2 and 7 mm wide, surround the stem, which is shorter than the leaves. On the stem, in summer, the typical inflorescence appears divided into two parts: a female basal part and a male apical part, much thinner and longer. Between these two parts there is a space of 1–6 cm. When the female inflorescence reaches maturity, it takes on an intense brick red color. It is a rare plant.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun
• Flowering: July - September
• Height above water level: 80–150 cm
• Depth below water level: 2–5 cm

XIANG SHAN LIAN
Very re-flowering Chinese cultivar, with double, pure white flowers.

XIAOBITAI
Dwarf nelumbo with bright, uniform cream-colored flowers; early and late flowering; dark green leaves.

ZHAO YUN
Chinese cultivar with very double flowers, cream colored with pink towards the tips of the petals. Very re-flowering, late flowering. Dark green leaves.

Callitriche verna (Shrimp's grass)

Callitriche verna is a perennial plant characterized by leaflets that take on two different shapes:

• The emerged or floating leaves have a star shape.
• The submerged leaves are more linear and end in a point.

The small flowers bloom in the axils of the leaves. The plant lives in colonies in cold and flowing waters, preferring partially shaded positions. It does not tolerate depths greater than 20 cm and continues to grow even during the winter. Thanks to its adaptability, it is also suitable for aquariums.

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Plant Information:

• Exposure: Partial shade
• Flowering: March - June

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

Myriophyllum alterniflorum

Myriophyllum alterniflorum is an aquatic herbaceous plant characterized by a brownish-green color. Its leaves are bipinnate and are grouped in whorls of four per node along the stems, giving the plant a particularly decorative and structured appearance.

Plant Information:

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

This species is suitable for aquatic environments such as ponds and aquariums, contributing to underwater beauty and providing habitat for aquatic fauna.

Myriophyllum proserpinacoides

Myriophyllum proserpinacoides is a plant characterized by leaves with five whorled leaves per node, bright green and with a delicate feathery appearance. This very pretty plant should not be considered only as an aquatic: in fact, it loves to emerge from the water and climb the banks, offering a notable ornamental value both in a submerged environment and along the banks.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun
• Flowering: June - September

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

Lemna minor (Duckweed)

Lemna minor is a small floating leaflet, known as duckweed. Each leaflet is about 2-3 mm in diameter, smooth and bright green on the upper side, while the lower side tends to be reddish-brown. These tiny plants live in dense colonies and form a thick carpet on the surface of the water.

Uses in Phytoremediation: Lemna minor is widely used in phytoremediation systems. Lemna-based systems are patented and represent one of the most effective solutions for:

• Remove heavy metals dissolved in water.
• Counteract excess phosphates.
• Reduce excess ammonium nitrogen.

Thanks to its rapid growth and ability to absorb nutrients and harmful substances, Lemna minor is an ecological and sustainable tool for water treatment and purification.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Full sun

This plant thrives in full sun and contributes significantly to the cleanliness and maintenance of water quality in ponds, aquaponics systems or specially set up aquariums.