Trapa japonica

Trapa japonica, known simply as Skip in common parlance, is an annual aquatic plant native to regions including Amur, Angola, Assam, Bangladesh, and Botswana. This plant thrives in environments with full sun exposure, growing in water-logged soils that can range from light sandy to heavy clay. Known for its edible seeds, Trapa japonica has been cultivated for its culinary value across its extensive native range. One distinctive feature of this plant is its ability to float on water surfaces, making it an interesting addition to aquatic gardens or ponds where it can be appreciated both for its ornamental qualities and as a food source.