Pickerel Weed 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

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, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999632 Spider Wasp, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

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

Black-bellied Whistling Duck in pickerel weed, Dendrocygna autumnalis, Viera wetlands, Florida

Pontederia cordata, Pontederie en coeur; Pickerel weed, Wampee, Redoute, Pierre Joseph, 1759-1840, les liliacees, 1802 - 1816

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

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Discover the beauty of Pickerel Weed at Green Cay Nature Center & Wetlands in Boynton Beach, Florida. 🌿 This stunning aquatic plant thrives in the wetland fields, creating a vibrant display of purple flowers that attract various wildlife. 🌸 As you explore the area, you might spot an Anhinga with its wings spread apart, gracefully perched on a Pickerel Weed stem. 🕊️ These magnificent birds often use this plant as their resting spot while drying their feathers under the warm sun. The wetlands are also home to other fascinating creatures like the Hippopotamus amphibius, who occasionally wanders through with water hyacinth still clinging to its back after taking a dip in the nearby waters. 🦛 It's truly a sight to behold. Green Cay Nature Center & Wetlands is an oasis for both nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. With picturesque views and abundant wildlife, it offers endless opportunities for capturing breathtaking moments like an Anhinga spreading its wings against a backdrop of lush greenery or a field filled with blooming Pickerelweed. Immerse yourself in this natural wonderland and let your senses be captivated by the sights and sounds of Florida's diverse ecosystem. Whether you're birdwatching or simply enjoying a peaceful stroll along the boardwalks, Green Cay Nature Center & Wetlands will leave you feeling connected to nature's wonders.