Different species, with their roots sunk into the muddy bottom, populate the small pond and its banks. They have all developed specific adaptations to grow in wetlands, environments particularly rich in biodiversity, not only plants but also animals. Most of the plants come from the wetlands of the Lucchesia (Lucca area), but there are also interesting species from other continents.

LOOK OUT FOR

The blooms that brighten up the green canopy in spring and summer. With the help of the images, try matching colours to flowers and discover which species are part of the Italian flora and which are not.

The pond, present since the foundation of the Botanic Garden, was enlarged by the Director Bicchi in 1870. The rich vegetation, ensuring oxygenation and purification, keeps the environment in balance and the water clear.

PHOTOS

Rose mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos) native to the eastern United States
White water lily (Nymphaea alba) Italian flora
Yellow iris (Limniris pseudacorus) Italian flora
Yellow water lily (Nuphar lutea) Italian flora
Tufted sedge (Carex elata) Italian flora
Coastal hibiscus (Hibiscus pentacarpos) rare, Italian flora