Alternanthera aquatica
Also Known As
- Alternanthera hassleriana
- Hassler's Alternanthera
- Neptune's Crown
Plant type
perennial, aquatic
size
- H: 1'-3'
- W: 1'-12'
planting zones
- 9b-12
Alternanthera aquatica plant details
Alternanthera aquatica is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial aquatic with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and standing water water. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Alternanthera aquatica
- Plant type: perennial aquatic
- Plant family: amaranthaceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 12 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Alternanthera aquatica
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: standing water
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Alternanthera aquatica plant
How to Grow Alternanthera aquatica
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- standing water
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 16"-24"
Width: 16"-24"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 15"-20"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 15"-18"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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