They are usually found in protected areas or where water currents are very slow. Since they absorb nutrients entirely from the water column, these aquatic plants are frequently found where nutrient content is high. Rooted floating-leaved aquatic plants grow attached to the sediments in water depths from 1.5 to 10 feet. They are recognized by oval or circular leaves that float on or project just above the water surface. The floating leaves are connected to the bottom by long, flexible, fairly rigid stems.
Water lilies are common floating-leaved plants.
Rooted submersed aquatic plants grow at water depths where light is sufficient. Submersed species usually have long, thin, flexible stems that are supported by the water. Most submersed aquatic plants produce flowers above the water surface. Used with permission. B. Drawing a map of aquatic plant types and locations in the water body.