Watershield

Brasenia schreberi, commonly known as Watershield, is a perennial aquatic plant native to North America, particularly found in shallow waters of ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams. It typically grows to a height of 30 to 60 cm, forming a floating mat of leaves that can cover large areas of water surfaces. The leaves are distinctive, with a glossy green appearance and a unique shield-like shape, often floating on the water’s surface. The plant produces small, inconspicuous flowers that are usually white or pink, which emerge above the water and are pollinated by insects. The fruit is a small, round capsule that contains seeds, which can disperse through water movement, aiding in the plant’s propagation.