Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Haloragaceae

Genus:

Myriophyllum

Species:

Myriophyllum ussuriense

USDA Symbol:

MYUS2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Aquatic

Height:

30 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun,Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

fish, waterfowl, aquatic invertebrates

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Prefers freshwater habitats like ponds and slow-moving streams