Swamp Lily (Ottelia Ovalifolia) is a perennial aquatic in the Hydrocharitaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Ottelia ovalifolia is an aquatic plant species native to Australia, known for its floating oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

Swamp Lily

Swamp Lily

Ottelia Ovalifolia

Ottelia ovalifolia is an aquatic plant species native to Australia, known for its floating oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Swamp Lily

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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:Hydrocharitaceae
Genus:Ottelia