Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Aponogetonaceae

Genus:

Aponogeton

Species:

Aponogeton natalensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Aquatic

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,sep,oct,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

fish, aquatic invertebrates

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds should be sown fresh in warm water; they lose viability quickly when dried. Requires submerged or floating conditions.

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