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Genus: Myriophyllum Species: aquatica Common Name: Parrot's Feather Family: Haloragaaceae Order: Saxifragales Native: Brazil, Argentina and Chile Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 0.25 to 0.5 foot Width: 0.5 to 1 foot Flowering Season: Summer Flower Color: Yellowish-Green Propagation: Stem cutting Zone: 6-10 Note: This rhizomatous plant is suitable for water gardens. Parrot's Feather has submerged and emergent leaves. Submergent leaves acts as an oxygenator and also provide a shelter for fish. Place containers submerged in up to 4 to 6 inches of water. This plant may spread invasively. Prefers sunny to partly shady, wet, organic-rich soil.

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File last updated: 2007.

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