Overview
Aponogeton ulvaceus is a floating aquatic in the genus Aponogeton, part of the Aponogetonaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Aponogeton ulvaceus grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include aquatic gardens, ponds and aquariums.
About
Aponogeton ulvaceus is a submerged aquatic plant in the Aponogetonaceae family. It has a small cone shaped, slightly hairy rhizome about 30 mm (1+1⁄4 in) in diameter. The leaf blades have a base that tapers gradually, pale green in colour (reddish under intense light), over 50 cm (20 in) long and 8 cm (3 in) broad, with a wavy margin on petioles of an equal length, and in appearance slightly translucent. A single bulb may produce up to forty leaves in good conditions. It is native to Madagascar, Afrotropical and SE. In the garden it prefers full sun and partial shade and most soil types. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). Suggested uses include aquatic gardens, ponds and aquariums. It tolerates soil of any pH, poorly-drained conditions and south-facing, west-facing and east-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
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About the genus
The Aponogetonaceae are a family of flowering plants in the order Alismatales.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Aponogeton
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Aponogeton ulvaceus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Aquatic
- Habit
- Floating
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Aquatic gardens, Ponds, Aquariums
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Aponogeton ulvaceus
- Propagation
- Please see cultivation notes
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to water snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Aponogeton ulvaceus?
Aponogeton ulvaceus prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Aponogeton ulvaceus need?
Aponogeton ulvaceus is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays poorly-drained.
Is Aponogeton ulvaceus hardy in the UK?
Aponogeton ulvaceus has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Aponogeton ulvaceus?
Please see cultivation notes.