About

Synnema triflorum is an aquatic or marginal perennial producing submerged, finely divided leaves and emergent, three-lobed leaves above the waterline, with small, white flowers in summer. An ornamental and delicate choice for an aquarium, pond, or shallow water feature.

About the genus

Synnema is a small genus of aquatic and semi-aquatic perennials found in tropical Asia. Plants produce dimorphic leaves � finely divided when submerged and broader when emergent � and small white flowers, making them ornamental choices for aquaria and shallow water features.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.