Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa

Common name: Wateruintjie, Floating hearts

Family: Menyanthaceae (Buckbean)

Distribution: Madagascar, Southern Africa

IUCN Red list: Least concern

National red list: Least Concern

Comments: It makes a useful addition to ornamental ponds and dams, especially for gardeners who may be searching for indigenous alternatives to exotic (and now often outlawed) water plants.