Nymphoides peltata
Non-Native
USDA, NRCS. 2018. The PLANTS Database (http://plants.usda.gov, 28 March 2018). National Plant Data Team, Greensboro, NC 27401-4901 USA.
Illustration: USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database / Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. An illustrated flora of the northern United States, Canada and the British Possessions. 3 vols. Charles Scribner’s Sons, New York. Vol. 3: 19.
What is Yellow Floating Heart?
Physical Characteristics
Leaves:
- Floating
- Alternate
- Long leaf stalks
- Slightly larger than American floating heart
Flowers:
- Yellow in color
Stem:
- Underwater stem
Roots:
- Thread-like
- Long
Where Does it Grow?
EDDMapS. 2024. Early Detection & Distribution Mapping System. The University of Georgia – Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health. Available online at http://www.eddmaps.org/; last accessed February 8, 2024.
Non-Native
Yellow floating heart is native to eastern Asia. It can be found in quiet flowing rivers, streams and lakes.
Is it Invasive?
Yellow floating heart is non-native to North America and should not be spread.
This is a non-native plant that should not be grown as it is invasive and illegal to possess or transport this species in Texas. Please report sightings to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department at (512) 389-4800.