- Scientific Name: Neptunia (Named for Neptune, Greek mythology god of the sea, rivers, and fountains) aquatica (Lives in water)
- Common Names: Humble plant, TickleMe Plant, Shame plant, Sleeping grass, Prayer Plant, Touch-me-not, Makahiya (Philippines, meaning "shy")
- Hardiness Zone: 9-11 What Zone am I?
- Size: 2-6 inches tall
- Flowering Season: August
- Cultural Requirements:
- Sun to Partial Shade
- Floats directly on the water, no need to pot
- Growth Rate: Moderate
Floating aquatic plants can be a very effective way of adding filtration and surface coverage to a water garden. Since the free floating plants, have no roots anchored in soil they draw 100% of their nutrients directly from the water, feeding on nutrients that would otherwise feed algae. Simply place these plants around your pond or in the bio-filter.
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