Chinese Water Chestnut (Eleocharis dulcis)
Eleocharis dulcis, the Chinese Water Chestnut, is an aquatic plant cultivated for its crisp, sweet, edible corms, a staple in Asian cuisine.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun.
Watering
Keep consistently moist to submerged.
Soil
Heavy clay or loam soils are ideal. Tolerates waterlogged conditions and can grow in submerged pots.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Aquatic, Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun.
At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Keep consistently moist to submerged.
Maintain 5-15 cm water depth over corms.
Heavy clay or loam soils are ideal. Tolerates waterlogged conditions and can grow in submerged pots.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Ideal range 15-25°C.
Aquatic, Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilize sparingly.
Avoid excessive nutrients to prevent algae.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Aquatic, Grass
Plant Category
Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Aquatic, Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1.5 m
Spread
0.3-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes, in cooler climates
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear, terete
Flower Size
2-3 mm
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderPoales
- familyCyperaceae
- genusEleocharis
- speciesEleocharis dulcis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes