{"product_id":"water-hyacinth-eichhornia-crassipes","title":"Water Hyacinth – Eichhornia crassipes","description":"\u003cp\u003eWater Hyacinth (\u003cem\u003eEichhornia crassipes\u003c\/em\u003e) is a beautiful floating pond plant known for its glossy green leaves, trailing roots, and striking lavender-purple blooms during the warm months. This fast-growing plant adds natural beauty to outdoor ponds while helping support a cleaner, more balanced pond environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Hyacinth floats freely on the surface and does not need to be planted in substrate. Its long, feathery roots help absorb excess nutrients from the water column, including nitrates and phosphates, while also providing shade, cover, and protection for koi, goldfish, fry, and beneficial microorganisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful floating pond plant with glossy green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces lavender-purple flowers in warm weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps absorb excess nutrients from pond water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides shade and cover for koi and goldfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrailing roots create shelter for fry and beneficial microorganisms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloats freely with no planting required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Care Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eEichhornia crassipes\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water Hyacinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floating pond plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoor pond surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–90°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast in warm weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual in cold climates; not frost-tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e No substrate required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach portion includes one healthy floating rosette, approximately 4–6 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePond Placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Hyacinth should be placed directly on the surface of an outdoor pond. It floats freely and does not need to be planted. The roots will hang down into the water, where they help provide natural cover and nutrient uptake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant is especially useful in koi ponds, goldfish ponds, patio ponds, and outdoor water gardens during the warm growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits for Ponds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Hyacinth can help absorb excess nutrients from pond water, which may support better water clarity as part of a balanced pond maintenance routine. By shading the water surface, it can also help reduce excess sunlight entering the pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts trailing roots create a natural shelter area for fish fry and small aquatic life while offering grazing surfaces for beneficial microorganisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Hyacinth grows quickly in warm conditions and may need to be thinned regularly to prevent overcrowding. Remove excess plants as needed to keep enough open water surface for gas exchange, fish movement, and pond maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant is not frost-tolerant and is usually treated as an annual in colder climates. Remove dying plants before freezing temperatures to prevent decaying plant material from affecting pond water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Use Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Hyacinth is intended for contained outdoor pond and water garden use only. Do not release Water Hyacinth into natural waterways, lakes, rivers, streams, irrigation ditches, or drainage areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Hyacinth may be restricted or regulated in some states and regions. Please check your local regulations before purchasing or adding this plant to an outdoor pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Water Hyacinth need to be planted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Water Hyacinth is a floating pond plant and does not need substrate. Simply place it on the surface of the pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Water Hyacinth good for koi and goldfish ponds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Water Hyacinth can provide shade, cover, and natural root structure for koi and goldfish ponds. Some fish may nibble on the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Water Hyacinth help with pond water quality?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater Hyacinth can help absorb excess nutrients from the water column, including nitrates and phosphates, as part of a balanced pond care routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Water Hyacinth bloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. In warm conditions with good sunlight, Water Hyacinth may produce lavender-purple flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Water Hyacinth survive winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater Hyacinth is not frost-tolerant and is usually treated as an annual in cold climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Water Hyacinth be released into the wild?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Water Hyacinth should never be released into natural waterways. It should only be used in contained ponds or water gardens where legally allowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Hyacinth is a beautiful floating pond plant for outdoor ponds, koi ponds, goldfish ponds, and water gardens. Visit Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming, or shop online for pond plants, pond fish, aquarium plants, freshwater fish, and aquarium supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51800328175829,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4545\/8133\/files\/WaterHyacinth.jpg?v=1756075002","url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/water-hyacinth-eichhornia-crassipes","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}