Alisma plantago-aquatica

Also called Mad-Dog Weed

Airy, white flowers
Clump-forming perennial with hairless plantain-like foliage emerging in early spring
Foliage stands 60 cm above the waterline
Found in fresh water ponds, slow moving streams or low lying areas
Bloom Time: June to August

ZONE:
3

COLOUR:
White

HEIGHT:
60-70 cm

SPREAD:
30-50 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Thrives in a moist to wet soil, or planted along water edges where the roots are submerged no deeper than 30 cm. Garden ponds and water gardens. Will self-sow aggressively in a suitable setting, and can become invasive.

Additional Notes about Broadleaf Water Plantain:

The word alisma is derived from the Celtic word meaning water. It has many medicinal uses, including treatment of rabies, hence the common name "Mad-Dog Weed".

Characteristics & Attributes

SOIL MOISTURE:
Wetland (Root submerged)
Moist to Wet Soils

FLOWERING TIME:
Summer
Lt. Sum-Fall

HABIT:
Clumping

FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green

LANDSCAPE USES:
Naturalizing