Waterthyme (Hydrilla verticillata)
Waterthyme (Hydrilla verticillata) is a highly invasive aquatic plant that forms dense mats, choking waterways and outcompeting native vegetation.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Requires constant submersion in freshwater.
Soil
Grows rooted in substrate or free-floating in water.
Temperature
Grows best in warm water temperatures.
Habitat
Aquatic, Outdoor
Fertilizer
Absorbs nutrients from water and substrate.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Adequate light is crucial for photosynthesis.
Requires constant submersion in freshwater.
Thrives in still or slow-moving water.
Grows rooted in substrate or free-floating in water.
Grows best in warm water temperatures.
Optimal range is 15-25 °C.
Aquatic, Outdoor
Absorbs nutrients from water and substrate.
May benefit from nutrient-rich substrate or occasional fertilization in poor waters.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Aquatic
Plant Environment
Aquatic, Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.1-1 m
Spread
forms dense mats
Growth Rate
Very fast
Dormancy
Can survive winter in dormant turions or tubers
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Sessile, whorled, toothed margins
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAlismatales
- familyHydrocharitaceae
- genusHydrilla
- speciesHydrilla verticillata
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No