Water Poppy – Hydrocleys Nymphoides

Water Poppy is an attractive rooted aquatic plant known for producing rounded to heart-shaped green leaves that rise on long stems and float across the water surface. Its lily-like foliage creates a lush, natural appearance, making it especially suitable for ponds, paludariums, and spacious open-top aquatic displays. Under favourable growing conditions, Water Poppy can produce attractive yellow flowers that emerge above the water surface, adding considerable ornamental value. The plant develops a rooted growth system and benefits from a nutrient-rich substrate and good lighting. Sufficient open surface space should be provided to allow its floating leaves to spread naturally. Suitable for: Freshwater ponds and spacious open-top aquariums Placement: Rooted with floating surface leaves Growth: Moderate to Fast Lighting: Moderate to High CO₂: Not required Propagation: Runners / Rhizome division Leaf Type: Broad, rounded to heart-shaped floating leaves Difficulty: Easy to Moderate