Description: This is for 1 Bareroot Brasenia Schreberi (Watershield). We have these growing naturally around our shop! When an order is placed we then go and dig the Brasenia so it is as fresh as possible. This is a full grown plant growing in our ponds, we go and dig when you want it! We aim to provide the best plants as possible through the mail so we ship the same day we collect! Brasenia is a great multi-use plant that is eaten heavily in Japan and cultivated as a vegetable in China. It can be eaten from top to bottom! A great homesteading plant that doesn't need much care! Brasenia schreberi (Watershield) is an aquatic perennial with floating, oval, bright green leaves, 4 in. long (10 cm), with reddish purple undersides. Resembling miniature water lily leaves, they are borne on long petioles that are attached to the center of the leaf. They create a lovely backdrop for the purple to burgundy flowers, 1 in. across (2.5 cm), that arise above the floating leaves. Blooming in summer and early fall, the flowers have a two-day blooming period. On the first day, the female (pistillate) flower, extends above the surface of the water and exposes its receptive stigmas. The flower then recedes below the water surface and on the following day emerges as a male (staminate) flower. Rising higher than on the previous day, its anther-bearing filaments are extended beyond the female carpels. After the pollen is released, the flower is then withdrawn below the water where the fruit develops. All underwater parts of this plant are covered with a gelatinous coating that apparently protects the plant from drying out during drought and may also deter mammals from eating it. Widespread in North America, it is found in South and Central America, the West Indies, eastern Asia, Africa, and eastern Australia. Watershield grows naturally in ponds, lakes, and slow moving streams. This rooted aquatic benefits wildlife. Waterfowl eat the plant. The floating leaves provide shelter for fish and other aquatic organisms. However, it can become extremely weedy and can take over shallow ponds and lakes. Grows up to 2 in. tall (5 cm). Performs best in full sun in in the mud of shallow waters in 8-10 in. of water (20-25 cm). Suitable for ponds, water gardens. No serious pest or disease issue. Deadhead and remove yellow leaves regularly. Propagated from cuttings or seed. A wind pollinator Widely distributed in North America, the West Indies, northern South America (Venezuela, Guyana), eastern Asia (China, Japan, Korea, Primorye), Australia, the Indian Subcontinent, and parts of Africa.Shipping Information: We only ship Mon-Tues so that your plants don't get stuck in the mail over the weekend. We want to provide the best plants we can, through the mail! So long story short the estimated shipping time may be longer than it'll actually take to get delivered but I just want you to be aware! It's really just based on what day you order. I hope it makes sense but if you have any questions about it feel free to message me! Thanks for looking 🌳💖
Price: 10 USD
Location: Portville, New York
End Time: 2024-09-15T22:43:34.000Z
Shipping Cost: 7.25 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Unbranded
Plant Form: Bare Root
Type: Water Plants
Genus: Brasenia
Common Name: Brasenia Schreberi
Color: Purple, Red
Features: Cold Resistant, Fast Growing, Flowering, Perennial
