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- Water Lily. Water lilies are among the most well-known aquatic flowers for good reason. They come in a wide range of varieties, some hardy and others tropical.
- Lotus. Lotus flowers are often mistaken for water lilies because of their lily pad-like foliage and similar flower structure. Lotus flowers are pink or white, and rise tall above the water, unlike water lilies that often float on the surface.
- Water Poppy. Water poppies produce shiny, circular to heart-shaped foliage and small, cheery yellow flowers. The individual foliage of this plant reaches 2 to 4 inches in diameter while the petite flowers are up to 2 inches in size.
- Water Hyacinth. Water hyacinths are free-floating aquatic flowers that produce purple and yellow flower stalks that reach up to 12 inches tall. Their foliage is thick and round with long, bulbous stalks.
- Water Hyacinth
- Swamp Lily
- Japanese Primrose
- Water Poppy
- Perennial Hibiscus
- Rough Horsetail
- White Water Lily
- Yellow Pond Lily
- Anubias
- Tulips
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Although the common water hyacinth is native to South America, it has now naturalized throughout much of the world. Water hyacinths can grow in freshwater between 50ºF and 90ºF. However, in many areas, it’s considered invasive. The plant’s stem has hollow, buoyant nodules, which allow it to float on top of the water. The plant’s roots don’t attach ...
Swamp lilies spring up in moist areas or standing in freshwater in the Southeast United States. They have sword-like leaves arranged in small clumps and white lily-like flowers on the umbels. It is also known as a spider lily or Florida crinum lily. These plants grow from bulbs that can be easily tucked into moist soils or swaps. The plants are ten...
The Japanese primrose thrives in wet and shady areas, including bog gardens and beside streambanks. These native Japanese flowersoften grow in moist woodland areas. The plant forms rosettes of ovular leaves and sends up a long stalk topped with pink, white, or purple flowers in the spring. The plant will continue to produce whorls of flowers for a ...
This floating plant is native to Central and South America, where it carpets freshwater. The plant gets its common name from the delicate yellow flowers that sit atop thin stems. These flowers last only a day, but new blooms are continuously produced during the summer. The leaves appear a bit like concave hearts and are thick and waxy. Roots extend...
Also known as hardy hibiscus swamp rose mallow, or rose mallow, this plant is a shrub that thrives on moisture. It’s native to the Southern and Eastern United States, and it can survive temperatures below 0ºF. The shrub has woody stems and can grow up to eight feet tall. During the summer, the plant produces lots of large flowers that can be white,...
The rough horsetail plant, also known as scouring rush or snake grass, is truly unique. It has thin, upright green stalks that look a bit like bamboo. These stalks often form dense clumps and can spread quite a bit. The plant grows in shallow water, riparian areas, or wet soil. Rough horsetail is native to regions in temperate North America, Europe...
The white water lily has round green leaves that float atop the water’s surface. The plant also produces white flowers that can be up to eight inches in diameter. Together, the leaves and flowers can cover large bodies of water as long as the water is less than five feet deep. As long as the weather is warm enough, the flowers continue to bloom thr...
This water lily is known for its large yellow star-shaped flowers that bloom throughout warmer months. It also has large floating green leaves that can carpet the water’s surface. The plant is native to areas in Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America, where it grows in freshwater. To keep the plant happy, plant it in water that is no more than two...
Anubias is a genus of aquatic and semi-aquatic plants that are popular freshwater aquarium plants. They are native to warm water in central and west Africa. Depending on the species, the plants grow completely underwater or in marshy areas. They may anchor themselves to either the soil, branches, or rocks. These plants don’t need much light, which ...
While you’ve likely seen tulips growing in gardens, these flowering plants can also be grown in water! Just place a tulip bulb in a vase filled with a bit of water, provide warm temperatures and lots of light, then watch them grow! Just make sure only the bottom of the bulb is covered with water. Tulip flowers come in a wide variety of colors and p...
Learn about 39 types of aquatic flowers and plants that can grow in water, soil, or both. Find out their names, characteristics, and how to grow them at home.
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- Amazon Sword (Echinodorus) Amazon swords are one of the most popular indoor flowering plants that grow immersed in water. This species of attractive, easy-care aquatic plants has long triangular leaves and small flowers that grow on long submerged stems.
- Fragrant Water Lily Flower (Nymphaea odorata) The white water lily is one of the best floating flowering aquatic plants for ponds or water gardens. Fragrant water lilies have large, showy white flowers, massive flat green leaves, and a sweet scent.
- American Lotus (Nelumbo lutea) The American lotus flower is a striking perennial aquatic plant for ponds. American lotus plants have huge umbrella-like leaves up to 2 ft.
- Water Hawthorn (Aponogeton distachyos) Water hawthorn or cape pondweed is an aquatic plant with flowers emerging from the water. Water hawthorn plants are an ideal choice for growing in ponds, fishponds, or water gardens.
- Water Lily. Water lilies are another enchanting variety of aquatic flowers that capture the imagination with their vibrant hues and delicate petals. These blooms, characterized by floating leaves and colorful blossoms, create a serene and picturesque scene on ponds and lakes.
- Blue Lotus. The blue lotus, scientifically known as Nymphaea caerulea, holds historical and cultural significance in ancient civilizations. Native to Egypt, this flower was associated with the sun god Ra and was often used in religious ceremonies.
- Cape Blue Water Lily. Dive into the waters of South Africa, and you may encounter the striking Cape blue water lily (Nymphaea capensis). With its sky-blue petals and distinctive yellow stamens, this aquatic beauty adds a burst of color to freshwater habitats.
- Aquatic Orchids. While orchids are often associated with lush tropical forests, some species have adapted to aquatic environments. Delve into the world of aquatic orchids, exploring their unique adaptations and the mesmerizing beauty they bring to underwater ecosystems.
- African Violet (Saintpaulia) African violets are well-suited for being grown in water indoors, though they are easily affected by extreme water temperature fluctuations, especially water that is overly cold.
- Arrowhead (Syngonium podophyllum) This rainforest native climbing plant is a great choice for living walls and hanging baskets. Arrowhead’s leaves will be attractive all year long, but it’s white, orchid-like blooms are truly stunning.
- Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) Amaryllis bulbs can be forced to grow in water, and will perform especially well in a jar that is specifically made for bulb forcing in water.
- Begonia (Begoniaceae) With over 1,800 different plant species that comprise the Begonia genus, it’s no surprise that there are a lot of variations between the various flowers in the Begonia plant family.
Learn about different types of flowers that grow in water, such as lotus, water lily, hydrangea, and more. Discover how to care for them and enjoy their natural beauty and benefits in your pond or water garden.
water lily, (family Nymphaeaceae), family of about 60 species in 4 genera of freshwater flowering plants (order Nymphaeales) native to the temperate and tropical parts of the world. Water lilies provide food for fish and wildlife but sometimes cause drainage problems because of their rapid growth.
