Little Aguja Pondweed
Potamogeton berchtoldii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
high
Size
4"–16" H × 4"–16" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, CA and 35 more states
Little aguja pondweed is a small aquatic perennial that grows submerged in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams. It produces small spikes of flowers above the water surface during summer months. It requires permanent standing water to survive and is not suitable for typical landscape applications.
In an HOA neighborhood
Little Aguja Pondweed takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
- Requires permanent standing water - not viable in standard landscapes
- Only suitable for natural water features or constructed ponds
- Cannot be maintained in typical residential yard conditions
Wildlife value
This aquatic plant provides important habitat and food for waterfowl, fish, and aquatic invertebrates. It serves as a spawning area for fish and offers shelter for various pond creatures.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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