Yellow Pond-Lily, Spatterdock

At maturity, this species reaches approximately Up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) spread, presenting Large, rounded leaves, floating, with smooth edges and a heart shape along with Large yellow blooms, typically around 10-15 cm (4-6 inches) in diameter, with multiple petals, followed by Produces a capsule that contains seeds, floating on the water surface. These features are supported by a reliable Rhizomatous with a fibrous root system, ensuring stability and sustained growth.

Native to Native to North America, Yellow Pond-Lily, Spatterdock thrives in Freshwater lakes, ponds, and slow-moving rivers at elevations around From sea level to about 1,200 meters (4,000 feet). Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zone Zones 4-10. Whether grown indoor, in a curated garden or a more natural setting, its ecological requirements help maintain its vigor over time.

You can use our free plant identify app PlantPlants to chose the best spot for Yellow Pond-Lily, Spatterdock, This plant prefers Full sun to partial shade and flourishes in Aquatic soil, often rich in organic matter with a soil pH of about 6.0 7.5.

Yellow Pond-Lily, Spatterdock needs watering,Water-logged conditions; submerged roots, guided by PlantPlants app, You can get plants daily watering schedule. to maintain Prefers consistently moist to wet soil, ensure steady hydration. Applying water through Natural water bodies, no artificial watering typically required supports even distribution and helps prevent overwatering or dryness.

Yellow Pond-Lily, Spatterdock performs best within 10 C to 30 C (50 F to 86 F). Its ideal growth occurs at around 20 C to 24 C (68 F to 75 F), though it tolerates ranges from Not frost tolerant; can survive down to 0 C (32 F) for short periods. Additionally, maintaining High humidity, typical of aquatic environments encourages healthy foliage and overall plant vigor.

Feeding with Aquatic plant fertilizer at the recommended Seasonal Application Frequency on PlantPlants App keeps nutrients balanced. Incorporating Compost or organic matter can be added to the substrate enhances soil structure and fertility, while staying alert to Stunted growth, pale leaves, or yellowing foliage helps you adjust care as needed to maintain optimal plant health.

Regular attention ensures this plant’s beauty and longevity. Late fall or early spring for Deadheading flowers and cutting back foliage as necessary tidies its appearance, while Every 2-3 years to refresh soil and space may be necessary as it grows, requiring a Increase pot size by 2-4 inches during repotting increase and a fresh Heavy loam with organic matter for aquatic planting. for Staking or Support. None required; floats on water.

During Late autumn to early spring, growth may slow and some Leaves may die back in winter but can remain green in warmer climates can occur. For those looking to propagate, consider Division of rhizomes or seed propagation and provide Warm water, approximately 20-25 C (68-77 F) when starting from seed. If using cuttings, follow Divide rhizomes and replant directly into water to ensure successful rooting and healthy new plants.

our free plant identify and care app PlantPlants can help you diagnosisYellow Pond-Lily, Spatterdock problems.Though generally robust, keep watch for Aphids, snails and remain vigilant against Fungal infections, rot due to water quality. Implementing Ensure good water quality, remove dead plant matter and applying Natural insecticides for pests, improve water circulation for disease management when issues arise will help sustain the plant thriving.

This plant pairs nicely with Other aquatic plants like water lilies and cattails and shows Minimal allelopathic effects, making it a flexible choice for various Aquatic gardens, natural ponds, water features.

the Edible Parts: Roots, young leaves, flower buds. Toxicty of Yellow Pond-Lily, Spatterdock, Generally non-toxic, but seeds can be mildly toxic in large quantities. learning about its Summer when parts are mature; root tubers can be harvested by hand, Roots can be cooked and eaten; flowers can be used as garnishes, and Contains vitamins A and C, and some minerals can be intriguing for culinary explorers. Some traditions highlight its Used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties or note its Emblematic of natural beauty in many cultures; often used in art and literature.

With an Least Concern, proper Habitat preservation and water quality maintenance