Ludwigia grandiflora subsp. hexapetala
water primrose
This plant is listed on Schedule 9 of the UK Wildlife & Countryside Act as an invasive, non-native species and is banned from sale. See cultivation notes for further details
Other common names
clove stripSize
Growing conditions
Colour & scent
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Position
Aspect
Exposure
Botanical details
- Family
- Onagraceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Genus
A genus of around 82 species of aquatic plants, native to tropical parts of the world with dark green foliage, red stems and yellow flowers
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
This plant is listed on Schedule 9 of the UK Wildlife & Countryside Act as an invasive non-native species. Across the EU, UK and NI it is an offence to plant or cause to grow in the wild plants listed on Schedule 9 of this order. These plants should not be planted or caused to grow in the wild and in addition are banned from sale. Gardeners possessing them should undertake measures to control them. See RHS advice on invasive non-native species for further information
Propagation
Please see cultivation notes
Suggested planting locations and garden types
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