(American Frogbit) L. spongia, the American Frogbit, is an aquatic perennial found from Lake Ontario to the southern United States. It produces small, glossy green, heart-shaped, floating leaves that have a spongy underside tinged with purple. Its trailing roots also have a purplish tint to them. Unnoticeable white flowers are produced.… Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/10004