Sparganium — 5 species
Botanical species in the genus Sparganium recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Sparganium americanum
Sparganium americanum
Family: Typhaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. A plant of wet ground, it should be grown in a bog garden or in shallow water up to 30cm deep.
Full cultivation guide →Sparganium androcladum
Sparganium androcladum
Family: Typhaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. A plant of wet ground, it should be grown in a bog garden or in shallow water up to 30cm deep.
Full cultivation guide →Sparganium erectum
Sparganium erectum
Family: Typhaceae
Cultivation
Grows in muddy ground or water up to 30cm deep. Requires a rich soil. Tolerates some shade.
Full cultivation guide →Sparganium longifolium
Sparganium longifolium
Family: Typhaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it could succeed outdoors in many parts of the country. This species does not appear in the first draft of the Flora of China and so it needs further investigation. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus.
Full cultivation guide →Sparganium stoloniferum
Sparganium stoloniferum
Family: Typhaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. A plant of wet ground, it should be grown in a bog garden or in shallow water up to 30cm deep.
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