Water Soldier (Stratiotes Aloides) is a perennial aquatic in the Hydrocharitaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Stratiotes aloides is a submerged aquatic plant native to Europe and northwestern Asia, known for its rosette of serrated lanceolate leaves and white flowers.

Water Soldier

Water Soldier

Stratiotes Aloides

Stratiotes aloides is a submerged aquatic plant native to Europe and northwestern Asia, known for its rosette of serrated lanceolate leaves and white flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:mud, organic deposits
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:aquatic specimen, water oxygenation, habitat creation

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Water Soldier

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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:Hydrocharitaceae
Genus:Stratiotes