Myriophyllum aquaticum

Parrot's Feather

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Submerged or emergent aquatic plant with feathery leaves, often used in water gardens and aquariums. Can become invasive if not contained.
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Plant Details

Common Name Parrot's Feather
Family Haloragaceae
Genus Myriophyllum
Species Aquaticum
Origin South America
Blooming Small white flowers emerge above water in summer, rare indoors
Leaf Color bright green to bluish-green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Saturated substrate or fully submerged in water; nutrient-rich soil preferred for emergent growth

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Watering

Submerged in 5-20cm of water or kept constantly saturated; do not allow substrate to dry out

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Sunlight & Care

Requires high light intensity for submerged growth; partial shade acceptable for emergent forms to prevent scorching

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Fertilization

Apply aquatic plant fertilizers monthly during growing season (Apr-Sep); avoid over-fertilizing to prevent algae

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Pruning

Trim stem tips regularly to maintain shape and control growth rate in confined spaces

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Snail

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
70% – 95%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
50 – 400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
90% – 98%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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