Alternate-flowered Water-milfoil (Myriophyllum Alterniflorum) is a perennial aquatic in the Haloragaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Myriophyllum alterniflorum is an aquatic perennial plant species native to Europe and Asia, commonly found in ponds, streams, and shallow waters.

Alternate-flowered Water-milfoil

Alternate-flowered Water-milfoil

Myriophyllum Alterniflorum

Myriophyllum alterniflorum is an aquatic perennial plant species native to Europe and Asia, commonly found in ponds, streams, and shallow waters.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:oxygenation, habitat, aquatic groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Alternate-flowered Water-milfoil

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Prune
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Fertilize
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Repot
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Alternate-flowered Water-milfoil
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Taxonomy

Family:Haloragaceae
Genus:Myriophyllum