Hooded Arrowhead (Sagittaria Calycina) is a perennial aquatic in the Alismataceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Sagittaria calycina, commonly known as Hooded Arrowhead, is an aquatic perennial herb found on seasonally exposed shores and flats of ponds, pools, and impoundments.

Hooded Arrowhead

Hooded Arrowhead

Sagittaria Calycina

Sagittaria calycina, commonly known as Hooded Arrowhead, is an aquatic perennial herb found on seasonally exposed shores and flats of ponds, pools, and impoundments.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hooded Arrowhead

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
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Oct
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Dec
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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:Alismataceae
Genus:Sagittaria