Sagittaria latifolia

Broadleaved Arrowhead; Duck Potato

Sagittaria latifolia

Description

Sagittaria latifolia, commonly known as Broadleaved Arrowhead or Duck Potato, is a perennial aquatic plant native to North America. It thrives in wetlands, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and streams. This plant features arrowhead-shaped leaves and produces white, three-petaled flowers. It is known for its edible tubers, which have been a traditional food source for many Indigenous peoples.
Life Cycle
perennial
Height
2 to 4 feet
Sun Exposure
Partial sun to full sun
Bloom Months
June, July, August, September
Bloom Color
Bloom Description
The plant produces white flowers.