Persicaria hydropiper
(Water Pepper)
| Planting Group or Form | Wetland / Spreading |
|---|---|
| Height | 0.6 - 1m |
| Width | spreading |
| Aspect | Full sun to part shade |
| Soil | Wet soils or shallow water |
| Flower | Green-white Dec - May |
| Attracts | Frog habitat |
| Edible | Yes - Refer to Bush Food Plant Brochure |
Upright annual herb with lance-shaped foliage and tiny flowers spread along drooping spikes.
Useful plant for wet areas and small ponds. Can be grown in bog pots. Usually sprouts from seed in spring. Leaves have hot peppery taste.