A Florida native, Duck potato (Sagittaria latifolia), also called broadleaf arrowhead or wapato, is a perennial aquatic plant with distinctive arrow-shaped leaves, starchy edible tubers, and ecological importance in wetland habitats. It typically grows in shallow wetlands, ponds, streams, and ditches, thriving in 6–12 inches of freshwater, although it tolerates varying water levels and soil types.

. The plant has strong roots and underground rhizomes and tubers (corms), which allow it to spread and survive through seasonal changes in water depth. Similar in taste to potatoes and chestnuts, the tubers can be roasted, boiled, fried, or dried into flour. Young buds and seeds are also edible. Its ability to stabilize soil and cycle nutrients makes it ideal for ecological restoration projects.