Alisma subcordatum

Small-Flowered Water Plantain

A tall, spindly, many-branched water plant with small white (rarely pink) flowers arranged in whorls. Occurs in shallow water in freshwater marshes, sluggish streams and along the edges of ponds and lakes. The lower part of the plant is often submerged while the upper part is exposed.

Additional Information:
The submerged root-like structure is edible; it was dried and eaten by Native Americans.

Height 2-3 Feet

Bloom/Seasonal Color White

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8

Good Companions Creeping Spike Rush (Eleocharis palustris), Soft Rush (Juncus effusus), Blue Flag (Iris versicolor)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation • OBL	Nature Attracting • Songbird	Root • Rhizomes
Season of Interest • Mid (May-June)	Soil Moisture • High	Special Uses • Bog
Sun Exposure • Full Sun	USFS MO Ecological Map • Mississippi Aluvial Basin • Ozark Highlands	Wildlife Benefit • Food/Birds • Food/Small Animals