| | | Family | Menyanthaceae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 7a - 10b RHS: H - HH EGF: H3 - G1 Australia: 1 - 4 | | Care Level | medium | | Height | | | Spread | 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | | | | Description | Nymphoides cristata (floating heart) bears showy flowers during late spring to early autumn. This herbaceous perennial has foliage that is showy. | | Typical Uses | Annual and pond. | | Cautions | Depending upon your local conditions, Nymphoides cristata (floating heart) may be invasive. | | |