Water Lettuce
Pistia stratiotes
Floating perennial resembling a lettuce or cabbage with light green foliage and a hairy texture. Excellent for fish as they use it to hide from predators. Fast growing and low maintenance, this plant multiplies quickly in warmer weather. Great for reducing water evaporation and algae. Declared a weed in all states except for Victoria and South Australia.
Mature Height: <15m
Mature Width: 30-60cm
Position: Full Sun / Part Shade
Water Zone: 1 (pond floater)
Landscape Uses: Aquatic Garden, Ponds, Water Features, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot
Preferred Soil Type: N/A
Ongoing Care: Keep in water at all times. This plant multiplies very quickly. Do not let it block light from reaching other plants and fish. Can wither and die if left in cold weather for too long, so we recommend moving them to a warmer location over Winter.
Decorative Planter Pots & Baskets shown in some photos with plants are sold separately.
Photos of plants shown on our website are a good representation of the actual plant for sale. Sometimes the actual plant for sale is shown, however, as we have hundreds of plants for sale, this is not always possible. Plants are living things, so the appearance of the plant on our website may differ slightly to the one you purchase. Every plant is unique, and their growth is seasonal.
Water Lettuce