species 7,786 observations

Longleaf Pondweed

Potamogeton nodosus

Field notes

Supports All

20 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Waterlily Leafcutter Moth, Pondside Crambid Moth, Obscure Pondweed Moth, Floating-heart Waterlily Moth 4
Plant eaters Animals that feed on it Mottled Duck, Brown Bear, Waterlily Aphid, Green-winged Teal 16

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Herbaceous plants
Light: Full sun Part shade
Moisture: Wet
Water use: High
Deer resistant: Yes
Plant type: Perennial Wildflower

From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and USDA PLANTS.