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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.