Wapato

Sagittaria latifolia

Type: Perennial  ·  Family: Alismataceae  ·  Native Region: Pacific Northwest

Growing Conditions

• Sun: Sun to Part Shade
• Water: Wet
• Bloom Time: July - September
• Mature Size: 4–4 ft tall, 1–1 ft wide

Attributes

• Attracts Pollinators
• Attracts Birds
• Edible
• Portland Approved Plant List

Landscape Use

Food Forest, Rain Garden, Potager/Vegetable Garden

Ecological Notes

Ecological function: attracts wildlife Usable parts: Roots/Young leaves Source: Bloomsday Natives availability list (Dec 2025) Early Spring 26

Learn More

USDA Plants Profile  ·  GBIF Species Data