Pickerelweed Collection

Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) with water hyacinth still on back after leaving water, Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe

Anhinga with wings spread apart

Pickerel weed aquatic plant

Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus Amphibius) with back covered in water hyacinth on back after leaving water. Mana Pools National Park Zimbabwe

Water hyacinth (Eichhornia sp. ) and red Ludwigia (Ludwigia sp. ) in a clear stream, Pantanal, Brazil
Water hyacinth (Eichhornia sp.) and red Ludwigia (Ludwigia sp.) in a clear stream, Pantanal, Brazil. Photographed for the Freshwater Project

Pickerel weed, Pontederia cordata
6340417 Pickerel weed, Pontederia cordata by Endicott (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Pickerel weed, Pontederia cordata. Handcoloured lithograph by Endicott after a botanical illustration from John)

Spider wasp, pickerelweed and watchman prawn
Black-banded spider wasp, Anoplius viaticus 1, pickerelweed, Pontederia cordata 2, and watchman prawn, Anchistus custos 3. Pompile, Pontederie, Pontonie

Water hyacinth (Eichhornia sp. ) in a clear stream of the Pantanal, Brazil
Water hyacinth (Eichhornia sp.) in a clear stream of the Pantanal, Brazil. Photographed for The Freshwater Project. Finalist in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Awards (WPOY) Competition 2017

Curimbata (Prochilodus lineatus) in a clear stream of the Pantanal, with Water hyacinth (Eichhornia sp.), Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. Taken for the Freshwater Project

Pickerel weed, Pontederia cordata.. Handcolored stipple copperplate engraving by Barrois from a botanical illustration by Pancrace Bessa from Mordant de Launays Herbier General de l Amateur, Audot

Acadia National Park, ME Pickerelweed, Pontederia cordata. Glacial tarn. The Tarn
Acadia National Park, ME. Pickerelweed, Pontederia cordata. Glacial tarn. The Tarn

Pickerelweed (Pontederia cordata) close-up of flowerspike, growing in garden, Germany

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Discover the beauty of pickerelweed in its natural habitat at Green Cay Nature Center & Wetlands in Boynton Beach, Florida. This stunning aquatic plant adds a vibrant touch to the serene landscape, creating a picturesque scene that is truly captivating. As you explore the wetlands, keep an eye out for fascinating wildlife encounters. Witness the majestic Anhinga with its wings spread apart, gracefully gliding through the air. Its elegant silhouette against the backdrop creates a mesmerizing sight that will leave you in awe. The pickerelweed itself is a true marvel of nature. With its lush green leaves and vibrant purple flowers, it thrives in the tranquil waters of this enchanting ecosystem. It serves as both shelter and sustenance for various creatures that call this place home. Speaking of inhabitants, don't be surprised if you spot a Hippopotamus amphibius making its way through these waters with water hyacinth still clinging to its back. These gentle giants add an element of surprise and wonder to your visit, reminding us of the incredible diversity found within our natural world. Green Cay Nature Center & Wetlands offers endless opportunities for exploration and discovery. Whether strolling along fields adorned with pickerelweed or observing wildlife up close, every step reveals new wonders waiting to be admired. So come immerse yourself in nature's splendor at Green Cay Nature Center & Wetlands - where pickerelweed flourishes alongside breathtaking wildlife encounters. Experience tranquility like never before as you witness moments captured forever by your senses.