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Common name: "Frogbit"
Latin name:
Hydrocharis morsus-ranae

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Native to: Europe, Asia, Northern Africa
Zone:
6 - 11 
Winter hardy:
No
Water depth:
Floating plant
Pond size:
Small to Large
Flowers:
Yes, white with yellow throat 
Height: 
4" - 8"
Spread:
6" - 8"
Pests:
Water snails
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Cultural information: "Frogbit" looks similar to a small water lily. During the summer they produce small, cup shaped white flowers with a pale yellow center. Where hardy... "Frogbit" can quickly cover a small pond. Thin plants occasionally. Best used in still water. Remove dead or dying foliage and flowers as they appear.
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