Water-dead-and-awake (Neptunia Plena) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Neptunia plena is a perennial or shrub that grows primarily in seasonally dry tropical biomes, often found in shallow water and forming dense mats on calm freshwater surfaces.

Water-dead-and-awake

Water-dead-and-awake

Neptunia Plena

Neptunia plena is a perennial or shrub that grows primarily in seasonally dry tropical biomes, often found in shallow water and forming dense mats on calm freshwater surfaces.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
High
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Water-dead-and-awake

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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:Fabaceae
Genus:Neptunia