Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Araceae

Genus:

Wolffiella

Species:

Wolffiella gladiata

USDA Symbol:

WOGL2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

waterfowl, fish

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-rich, silty or clayey substrate

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found in slow-moving or stagnant waters