Yellow Floating Heart (Nymphoides Peltata) is a perennial aquatic in the Menyanthaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Nymphoides peltata is a perennial aquatic plant with floating leaves and yellow flowers, resembling a small water lily.

Yellow Floating Heart

Yellow Floating Heart

Nymphoides Peltata

Nymphoides peltata is a perennial aquatic plant with floating leaves and yellow flowers, resembling a small water lily.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Yellow Floating Heart

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:Menyanthaceae
Genus:Nymphoides