Horned Pondweed (Zannichellia Palustris) is a perennial aquatic in the Potamogetonaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

A slender, fully aquatic perennial plant with thread-like leaves and distinctive horned seeds.

Horned Pondweed

Horned Pondweed

Zannichellia Palustris

A slender, fully aquatic perennial plant with thread-like leaves and distinctive horned seeds.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:silty, clay, muddy
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:habitat, oxygenation, water quality improvement

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Horned Pondweed

Jan
Prune
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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:Potamogetonaceae
Genus:Zannichellia