Little Floatingheart (Nymphoides Cordata) is a perennial aquatic in the Menyanthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Nymphoides cordata is a perennial aquatic plant with heart-shaped floating leaves and delicate white flowers, native to eastern North America.

Little Floatingheart

Little Floatingheart

Nymphoides Cordata

Nymphoides cordata is a perennial aquatic plant with heart-shaped floating leaves and delicate white flowers, native to eastern North America.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, habitat creation

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Little Floatingheart

Jan
Prune
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Menyanthaceae
Genus:Nymphoides