Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes)

Pronunciation:	ike-HOR-nee-uh
Alternative botanical names:	Eichhornia speciosa
Alternative common names:	none
Family:	Pontederiaceae
Native to:	South America
USDA zones:	8-11
Sunset zones:	8, 9, 13-24
Hardy to:	34°
Exposure:	full sun
Water:	aquatic plant
Height x width:	12" x 12"
Flowers in:	Summer to Fall
Colors:	lavender
Fragrance:	none
Additional comments:	The water hyacinth is a very important water purifier. One water hyacinth are as effective as several submerged plants. This floating plant can clog waterways and should not be allowed to escape to public waterways.