Arrowhead (Sagittaria latifolia)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Wildflowers

Arrowhead
Sagittaria latifolia

Arrowhead
Arrowhead
 
Features

White flowers with three petals; arrowhead-shaped leaves.

 
 
Culture
Full sun; wet soils to shallow, standing water.  
 
Mature Height
1-4 Feet
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 10 
 
Bloom Color
White
 
 
Bloom Season
July - October
 
Soil Conditions
Wet
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems.
 
Additional Notes
Found along the edges of ponds in shallow water.