Little floatingheart (Nymphoides cordata)

Little floatingheart

Little floatingheart presents as a charming aquatic plant with heart-shaped, floating leaves and dainty white to pale yellow flowers that rise just above the waterline. Its fresh green foliage creates a rosette pattern on the water's surface, adding a touch of serenity. This species has adapted to still or slow-moving freshwater habitats. Its roots thrive submerged in the soft, muddy bottom, anchoring it while providing nutrients and support.

Scientific classification

Species

Little floatingheart (Nymphoides cordata)

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Summer

Growth Season

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Heart-shaped floating leaves, 1-3 inches (2.5-7.6 cm) wide.

White flowers with fringed petal margins on slender stalks.

Spherical green to brown fruit hidden beneath leaves, 0.2-0.4 inches (5-10 mm).

Variegated leaves with reddish-purple hues, smooth texture, cordate-ovate shape.

Elongated slender green stems, erect, several feet (over 60 cm) long, minimal branching.

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Care Guide for Little floatingheart

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Little floatingheart flourishes in aquatic habitats, needing consistent moisture and weekly watering. With low drought tolerance, it adapts to outdoor conditions, where water fluctuations can affect its blooming and growth cycles across different climate zones.

Pruning: Little floatingheart has small, heart-shaped leaves on water surfaces. Prune in early to late spring to promote growth, enhance water flow, and sunlight penetration. Regular pruning minimizes pests and diseases. Always cut above a healthy leaf node for best results, fostering a balanced aquatic environment.

Propagation: Little floatingheart thrives in aquatic habitats and is propagated by sowing seeds collected after flowering. Seeds should be lightly covered in a wet, well-draining medium. Once sprouted, rosettes can be replanted to spread across the water's surface, rewarding care with its serene presence.

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