Baldellia ranunculoides
lesser water plantain
A native, herbaceous perennial that grows at the edge of water. It has slender green leaves that form a small clump and small, delicate flowers with three pale lilac or white petals and a yellow centre are produced in summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Poorly–drainedpH
Alkaline, Neutral, AcidColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink Purple White | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Alismataceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- Yes
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming, Submerged
- Genus
A genus of just three species of aquatic plants found across large parts of Europe and the Mediterranean. The leaves are oval to lance-shaped and held above the water, whilst the flowers are small and pale lilac with a yellow eye
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Europe, N. Africa
How to grow
Cultivation
A small, slow growing plant suitable for shallow water at the edge of a small pond, stream or a container water garden. See pond plants and bog gardens for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by seed or division in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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