Hygrophila difformis (Water Wisteria)

Hygrophila difformis (Water Wisteria) purple flower close up with serrated green leaves on stem
Hygrophila difformis (Water Wisteria) purple flower growing near serrated green leaves on fuzzy plant stem

Botanical name: Hygrophila difformis

Common name: Water Wisteria

Family: Acanthaceae

Origin: India

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Keep soil wet: Bog or aquatic plantWatering: Bog or aquatic
Blue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage

Hygrophila difformis is easy to grow and as such it is a very popular plant for the tropical aquarium. It has very lacy leaves whose appearance is affected by water conditions. Left alone, it easily crosses the water surface and begins to assume its emersed form: the leaves are darker and harder, and the plant produces purple flowers.

Similar plants: Hygrophila difformis (Water Wisteria)


Hygrophila difformis (Water Wisteria) green plant with small purple flowers in a close up view
Hygrophila difformis (Water Wisteria) stems covered in lush green foliage with tiny purple flowers


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