Eichhornia crassipes
Water hyacinth
With its delicate purple flowers and floating foliage, the water hyacinth is one of the most striking aquatic plants in tropical regions.
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Native to South America, this aquatic plant has spread to many tropical regions worldwide. It is valued for its elegant blooms and its ability to rapidly colonize calm water surfaces. In ponds, it provides color, shade, and refuge for numerous aquatic organisms.
Famille :
Pontederiaceae
Origine géographique :
South America
Taille :
20 to 80cm
Floraison :
Year-round with a peak from March to November
Habitat :
Calm freshwater, ponds, pools, and lakes
Classe :
Liliopsida (Monocotyledons)
Ordre :
Commelinales
An aquatic plant with stunning flowers
The water hyacinth produces magnificent purple flowers clustered in upright spikes above the water. Its thick, glossy leaves are supported by swollen petioles, allowing it to float naturally on the surface of ponds.
Highly valued for its decorative appearance, this plant also attracts various pollinating insects with its nectar. Like the false Indian water lily or the water lily, it contributes to the richness of tropical aquatic environments. Its submerged roots also provide refuge for many small organisms living in the water.
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