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Pontederia cordata

Habitat

They are found along edges of ponds, lakes, streams and marshes in calm water.

Description

The flowers are spikes of small violet-blue flowers that rise out of the water. There are large, heart-shaped leaves on long stalks that attach at the bottom. They bloom June through October.

Taxonomic Features (Traits) for Identification

Flower Type: Irregular flowers on the end of a spike
Flower Color: Purple
Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
Plant Type: Wildflower (Large - 1-3 feet)
Leaf Type: Heart-shaped at the base, entire (smooth edge) and on a long stalk

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