Marketplace Genus

Sagittaria

Sagittaria

1 cultivar

Sagittaria, widely known as Arrowhead or Duck Potato, is a striking emergent aquatic perennial prized for its bold, arrow-shaped leaves and immense ecological value. Native to wetlands, shallow waters, and muddy margins, this robust plant thrives in ponds, water gardens, and naturalized aquatic landscapes. It grows in dense, upright clumps, typically reaching 2 to 4 feet in height, adding distinct architectural interest and lush greenery to any water feature. During the summer months, Sagittaria produces tall stalks bearing delicate, three-petaled white flowers with bright yellow centers that attract numerous pollinators. Beneath the soil, the plant forms starchy, potato-like tubers that are highly valued by waterfowl and have historical significance as a traditional, wild-foraged food source. Highly adaptable and extremely cold-hardy, Sagittaria will die back in freezing temperatures only to reliably re-emerge from its tubers in the spring. Whether utilized for wetland restoration, naturalizing, water filtration, or purely ornamental pond gardening, this genus provides structural beauty and vital habitat for aquatic environments.