Limnophila aromatica
Also Known As
- Rice Paddy Herb
Plant type
perennial, groundcover, herb
size
- H: 6"-8"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Limnophila aromatica plant details
Limnophila aromatica is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover herb with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and standing water - even moisture water. Does well in clay soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Limnophila aromatica
- Plant type: perennial groundcover herb
- Plant family: plantaginaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
- Uses: spreading
GROWING CONDITIONS for Limnophila aromatica
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: standing water - even moisture
- Soil needs: clay
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A trailing groundcover, Rice Paddy Herb is widely used in Vietnamese dishes where it adds a lemon and cumin-like flavor. This is a moisture loving plant that can be grown in bogs and even aquariums.
By: Almost Eden
Gardening facts about Limnophila aromatica plant
How to Grow Limnophila aromatica
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- standing water - even moisture
Soil Needs
- clay
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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