Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Pontederiaceae

Genus:

Pontederia

Species:

Pontederia azurea

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

blue

Native Range

United States: Florida, Puerto Rico

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, organic, water-retentive soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Commonly found in wetlands and along water bodies