Chinese Water Chestnut

Scientific Name: Eleocharis dulcis
Height: 70cm
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Part Shade
Flower: No

• Seasonal
• Suitable for small and large ponds.
• EDIBLE

The Chinese Water Chestnut has light green tubular rush-like foliage. Although called Chestnut the plant is more an aquatic vegetable than a nut and is popular in Chinese, Japanese and Indonesian dishes. The edible part of the Water Chestnut is the corm that grows in the soil. The plant will die down and go dormant in winter which is when the corms are harvested. Some can be replanted and will sprout in spring. Normally the small corms are sliced thinly and added to stir-fry dishes or soups. They can also be eaten raw or lightly boiled.

Pond Plants are always a great addition to any pond. They compete with the algae for nutrients which helps to keep the pond clean. Having multiple plants can be an effective way of filtering the water but you generally need to have half the water surface covered to have a noticeable change. This also depends on certain factors such as type of fish and location of the pond. As well as filtering the water, pond plants help to oxygenate the water during the day.  

Our Pond Plants can come in two main pot sizes, 140mm ($12.95) or 200mm ($20.00) pot. The 140mm pots are generally always in stock but the larger 200mm pots are not always available. Seasonal plants are not generally available during dormancy. Please check for availability.

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