Water Milfoil, Eurasian watermilfoil

Myriophyllum spicatum

Physical Characteristics

Myriophyllum spicatum is a PERENNIAL. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It can grow in water.

Distribution

Europe, including Britain, Asia, N. Africa, N. America..

Habitats

Pond;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - raw or cooked[257]. Sweet and crunchy, the roots were a much relished food for several native North American Indian tribes[257].

Medicinal Uses

Demulcent Febrifuge The plant is demulcent and febrifuge[178].

Known Hazards

None known