Duckweed (Lemna minor) – Live Floating Aquarium Plant
Add natural beauty and valuable biological benefits to your freshwater aquarium with Duckweed (Lemna minor), one of the world's smallest and fastest-growing floating aquatic plants. Its tiny, vibrant green leaves create a lush floating carpet that provides a natural appearance while offering shelter and security for fry, shrimp, and timid fish.
Duckweed also helps improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates, making it an excellent addition to planted aquariums, breeding tanks, and outdoor ponds. Under favorable conditions, it reproduces rapidly, providing continuous surface coverage and helping reduce excessive light that can contribute to algae growth.
Features:
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Scientific Name: Lemna minor
- Tiny floating leaves with vibrant green coloration
- Fast-growing floating aquatic plant
- Naturally absorbs excess nutrients to help maintain water quality
- Provides shade and shelter for fry, shrimp, and small fish
- Helps reduce algae by limiting excess light
- Suitable for freshwater aquariums and ponds
Care Requirements:
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Lighting: Low to High
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CO₂: Not required
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Placement: Floating on the water surface
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Growth Rate: Very Fast
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Temperature: 60–86°F (16–30°C)
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pH: 6.0–8.0
Each order includes healthy, live Duckweed carefully packed to help ensure it arrives in excellent condition.
Bring a natural touch to your aquarium with Duckweed (Lemna minor). Its attractive appearance, exceptional nutrient uptake, and ability to provide shelter for aquatic life make it a valuable addition to freshwater aquariums and ponds.
Note: Duckweed is a very fast-growing plant. Regular thinning may be necessary to prevent complete surface coverage and to maintain adequate light and gas exchange for the aquarium. This characteristic makes it especially beneficial for nutrient control but may require periodic maintenance.
