Blue Mudplantain (Heteranthera Limosa) is a annual aquatic in the Pontederiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Heteranthera limosa is an aquatic annual plant known for its blue-violet to white tubular flowers and submersed vegetative stems.

Blue Mudplantain

Blue Mudplantain

Heteranthera Limosa

Heteranthera limosa is an aquatic annual plant known for its blue-violet to white tubular flowers and submersed vegetative stems.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Blue Mudplantain

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Pontederiaceae
Genus:Heteranthera