Elodea canadensis

Elodea canadensis common waterweed

Plant grows in the wild/spontaneouslyPlant is native to PA Add to MyPlants View Locations

Mostly calcerous water of rivers, creeks, lakes and ponds.

Present throughout the state.

Wetland codes
EMP: OBL
NCNE: OBL



Flowers late spring through fall.

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Samantha Frock (Guest)

Posted on 03 June 2026

This is in our local creek! 

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Elodea canadensis common waterweed

Plant grows in the wild/spontaneouslyPlant is native to PA
Add to MyPlants View Locations
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Plant Summary
perennial forb native flower color: white-green
Common Names
common waterweed broad waterweed