{"title":"Aquatic Water Poppy","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"117\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"115\"\u003eGenus: Hydrocleys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"278\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"129\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alismataceae\u003cbr data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"145\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"162\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water Poppy\u003cbr data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"177\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"194\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical and subtropical regions of South America, especially Brazil and Colombia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"708\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"296\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"299\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eHydrocleys\u003c\/em\u003e is a small genus of floating or rooted aquatic plants known for their bright, showy, yellow, poppy-like flowers that bloom above the water surface. These plants typically have round, floating leaves or sometimes emergent foliage, making them popular choices for ornamental ponds and water gardens. Their compact growth habit and vivid flowers add vibrant colour and texture to aquatic landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"727\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"767\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"767\"\u003ePrefers full sun for best flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"844\"\u003eThrives in still or slow-moving freshwater with moderate nutrient levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"947\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eGrows well in water depths of 15–30 cm, planted in aquatic soil or containers submerged underwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003eHardy in tropical to subtropical zones; may need to be overwintered indoors in cooler climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003eRegular thinning helps maintain healthy growth and prevent overcrowding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eSometimes confused with \u003cem data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eLimnanthemum\u003c\/em\u003e species, but \u003cem data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003eHydrocleys\u003c\/em\u003e is distinct in flower structure and leaf shape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eThe bright yellow flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eWater Poppies can provide shade and shelter for aquatic fauna, helping to control algae growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003ePopular in decorative water features due to their compact size and striking blooms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003eCan be propagated easily from division or seed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/aquatic-water-poppy.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}