Plants in genus sagittaria
Sagittaria engelmanniana
Sagittaria engelmanniana is a perennial aquatic plant with narrow, three-lobed leaves and white summer flowers. It grows rapidly through rhizomes and requires dormancy. This plant is well-suited for bog environments and can be propagated from seeds and cuttings.
Sagittaria subulata
Sagittaria subulata is a perennial aquatic herb native to Colombia, Venezuela, and the coastal states of the US. It grows up to 16 inches tall, with leaves that can be submersed or floating, and produces small white flowers. This plant thrives in shallow brackish water, marshes, and estuaries, making it a popular choice for aquascaping. It is easy to care for, tolerating hard, alkaline water and thriving under moderate to high lighting. Its bright green, grass-like leaves make it an attractive foreground plant in aquariums.
Sagittaria latifolia
Sagittaria latifolia, commonly known as duck potato, is a North American native plant found in swamps and damp lowlands. It features thick-textured, arrowhead-shaped leaves and forms rapidly spreading clumps up to 4 feet tall. The plant produces starchy tubers and white, three-petalled flowers in summer, attracting bees, wasps, butterflies, and beetles. It is a perennial that thrives in wet areas like ponds and swamps, forming dense colonies. The tubers are edible and were traditionally used by Native Americans.