Native water hyacinth
Monochoria australasica
Family: Pontederiaceae
What it is like
A herb that grows in water. It grows 45 cm tall. The leaves are heart shaped and 4-15 cm long. They arise from the water on long stems. The flowers are blue and have 6 petals. The fruit are 3-valved capsules.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves