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Elodea canadensis

Canada Pondweed (Water Weed, Oxygen Weed, Water Thyme)

Dark green, fine-toothed leaves curl slightly downward and support tiny, white to pale pink flowers. An excellent oxygenator for ponds and lakes.

  • »  AKA Anacharis canadensis, Philotria canadensis, Philotria linearis
  • »  Numerous, overlapping, dark green, fine-toothed leaves which curl slightly downward
  • »  Inconspicuous, white to pale pink flowers appear on the surface
  • »  Excellent oxygenator for ponds and lakes
  • »  Provides a habitat for marine wildlife and a food source for waterfowl
  • »  Goes dormant during the winter months and sinks to the bottom
  • »  Bloom Time: July to September

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Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Aquatic (submerged)
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Fast
Attributes
• Native to Ontario
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Summer
Habit
• Spreading
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Bog or water garden
• Naturalizing
Additional Information about Elodea canadensis

Native to Ontario 

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Elodea canadensis

A freshwater plant that must be grown in shallow to deep, slow-moving or still water. Can be an aggressive plant, so shade will help reduce growth. Helps filter and control algae buildup.