Description
Menyanthes is a monotypic genus of flowering plant in the family Menyanthaceae containing the single species Menyanthes trifoliata.
Menyanthes is a monotypic genus of flowering plant in the family Menyanthaceae containing the single species Menyanthes trifoliata. It is a rhizomatous emergent aquatic perennial that typically grows in shallow water in pond/lake margins and in bogs.
Flower stalks and leaves rise well above the water surface from thick creeping rhizomes that spread indefinitely. Trifoliate leaves have three elliptic leaflets.Plant Specifications
| Common Name | Bog bean, buckbean |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 0.75 to 1 feet |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Bloom Time | May to June |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Menyanthes trifoliata care
When growing bog bean it is best to use plants form a garden center or from divided plants. Purchased Menyanthes can be planted in either spring or autumn, whereas propagated bog bean should be planted in the spring.
Members of Menyanthes can grow in sunny or partially shaded areas but they must have wet soil. The soil should also be peaty and acidic in nature.
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | Poorly-drained Clay, Loam |
| Temperature | -25 degrees c |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Menyanthes trifoliata special feature
Transitional plant for water gardens and ponds. Bog gardens.
Menyanthes trifoliata uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose