100 Seeds Alisma triviale Large-flowered Water Plantain Native Aquatic Wildflower Pond Rain Garden
Alisma triviale, commonly known as large-flowered water plantain, is a native aquatic perennial prized for its elegant whorls of small white flowers held above broad, ribbed green leaves. This moisture-loving species brings a natural, meadow-like charm to pond edges, bog gardens, rain gardens, and other consistently wet areas.
Its sturdy flower stems rise well above the foliage in summer, creating a soft vertical accent that pairs beautifully with sedges, rushes, and other wetland plants. An excellent choice for naturalizing around water features where reliable moisture is present.
Species: Alisma triviale
Variety: Large-flowered water plantain
Type: Aquatic perennial wildflower
Plant Habit: Upright, clumping
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Moist to wet, loamy or muddy soil; shallow water margins
Days to Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 3 to 9
Germination: Cold stratification recommended before sowing
Sowing: Surface sow and keep consistently wet; do not allow to dry out
Spacing: 12 to 18 inches
Notes: Native aquatic species suited to pond margins and rain gardens