Water Hyacinth
Eichhornia crassipes
Non-native
Family: Pontederiaceae
Size:Â Up to 18" high
Identification
Identification
Food and health uses
Food and health uses
The plant is used as a carotene-rich table vegetable in Taiwan.
Javanese sometimes cook and eat the green parts and inflorescence.
More information
More information
Water Hyacinth in Water Catchment Tank at Permaculture Area
Water Hyacinth Flower
Water Hyacinth Plant
Water Hyacinth new Flower Shoot