Lebanese Cress (Aethionema Coridifolium) with floating ring

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Position - Full sun  to part shade

Flowers - Yes

Submersible -To a depth of 5cm-15cm

Foliage - Produced above water

Origin - Mediterranean

Grows - to 40cm W and 20cm H

Cover - Great Surface cover when grown with a floating ring

Oxygenator - No

Edible - Yes

Lebanese Cress Aethionema Cordifolium also known as Lebanese water cress can reduce algae growth in ponds due to rapid growth and surface cover.  The leaves from this edible fern-like water plant make a tasty garnish in any salad.

Lebanese cress has many health benefits. The leaves of this pond plant are a good source of protein with vitamins A, B, C, iron, calcium, phosphorous and potassium.Small amounts add great fresh flavour to salads. An excellent plant for reducing nutrient in ponds.