Baldellia – Ranunculoides

Description

Baldellia ranunculoides – Lesser Water-Plantain

Baldellia ranunculoides, commonly known as Lesser Water-Plantain, is a charming, low-growing marginal aquatic plant ideal for natural-style ponds, wetlands, and shallow water edges. This delicate native species features attractive rosettes of slender, grass-like leaves and produces dainty pale pink to white flowers with yellow centres from late spring through summer.

Thriving in shallow water or moist soil, Baldellia ranunculoides is perfect for planting in pond margins, wildlife gardens, or damp areas where it helps support biodiversity. It’s particularly valued for attracting pollinators and providing gentle structure without overwhelming other planting.

This hardy perennial is well-suited to UK climates and spreads slowly to form pretty clumps, adding a soft, natural look to the water’s edge.

Key Features:

• Common Name: Lesser Water-Plantain

• Botanical Name: Baldellia ranunculoides

• Flower Colour: Pale pink to white with yellow centres

• Height: 10–30cm

• Position: Marginal plant – ideal for shallow water or damp soil

• Flowering Time: Late spring to summer

• Wildlife Value: Great for pollinators and wildlife-friendly ponds

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK

• Ideal For: Natural pond edges, wetlands, wildlife gardens

Bring soft beauty and ecological value to your pond with Baldellia ranunculoides, a delicate and beneficial plant that thrives in shallow water settings.

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