Water Chestnut
Eleocharis dulcis
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Water chestnut is an aquatic perennial grown for its edible, crunchy tubers that develop underground in mud or shallow water. The plant produces thin, upright stems with minimal foliage and is cultivated in wetlands and paddy systems throughout Asia.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Southeast Asia
Seasonality
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
The Chinese water chestnut (Eleocharis dulcis) is the primary cultivated form; modern selections are chosen for larger tuber size and earlier maturity.
Root layer
Root crops and the underground layer.
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Water chestnut is an aquatic perennial grown for its edible, crunchy tubers that develop underground in mud or shallow water. The plant produces thin, upright stems with minimal foliage and is cultivated in wetlands and paddy systems throughout Asia.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Water Chestnut grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Southeast Asia
Seasonality
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Root layer
Root crops and the underground layer.
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
The Chinese water chestnut (Eleocharis dulcis) is the primary cultivated form; modern selections are chosen for larger tuber size and earlier maturity.