Broadleaf arrowhead

Broadleaf Arrowhead (also known as duck potato, Indian potato, or wapato) is a perennial aquatic plant in the Alismataceae family, native to North America. Its scientific name is Sagittaria latifolia.

Description

The Broadleaf Arrowhead is a robust, emergent aquatic plant. It grows in shallow wetlands. The plant produces large, arrowhead-shaped leaves up to 30 cm long. It is a perennial plant that grows in slow-moving or still water up to 1 m deep.

Distribution and Habitat

Broadleaf Arrowhead is native to the North American continent, including the United States, Canada, and northern Mexico. It is found in a variety of wetland habitats, including marshes, swamps, and the edges of ponds and lakes.

Uses

The tubers of the Broadleaf Arrowhead have been used as a food source by Native Americans and early settlers. They can be eaten raw or cooked and have a taste similar to potatoes. The plant is also used in aquatic gardening due to its attractive flowers and foliage.

Cultivation

Broadleaf Arrowhead is a hardy plant that can tolerate a range of conditions. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. The plant grows best in shallow, slow-moving water. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the tubers.

Conservation Status

The Broadleaf Arrowhead is not currently listed as threatened or endangered. However, like many wetland species, it may be impacted by habitat loss due to development and changes in water quality.

See Also

• Aquatic Plants
• Wetland Conservation
• Native American Cuisine

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