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?
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 plant is not native to North America, but has naturalized in much of the United States. While it is not illegal to possess this plant in Texas, it should not be introduced into new water bodies and should be treated with herbicide when present.