Duckweed
Lemna minor
Duckweed is a floating aquatic plant that requires no soil and thrives in still or slow-moving water with good light. Simply place in aquariums, ponds, or water gardens where it will multiply rapidly and help filter the water. Control growth by removing excess plants regularly to prevent overcrowding.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Continuous - Aquatic Plant • Submerged In Water At All Times, Change Water Weekly
Soil pH
4.1 – 8.8
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 48″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 29, 2021 by Radoslav Marinkovic (cc-by-sa)
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