Common Duckweed (Lemna minor) - 8oz Pkg
Product Details
Common Duckweed (Lemna minor) is a tiny but mighty floating aquatic plant, perfect for natural ponds, aquariums, and water gardens. With its small, round leaves and fast-growing nature, duckweed helps control algae, reduce excess nutrients, and provide shade and shelter for aquatic life.
Why You'll Love It:
Fast-growing natural water filter that improves water quality
Provides shade to limit algae growth in ponds
Offers cover and food for fish, frogs, and aquatic invertebrates
Great for naturalistic or wildlife-friendly water features
Low-maintenance and easy to introduce
Plant Care Tips:
☀️ Light: Full sun to partial shade; thrives in well-lit water surfaces
💧 Water: Free-floating; no need to plant in soil – just place on the surface
🌱 Soil: Not required; absorbs nutrients directly from the water
🌡 Temperature: Grows best between 60–85°F (16–29°C); may die back in freezing temps
🌿 Humidity: Thrives in humid environments and still or slow-moving water
✂️ Pruning: Skim excess growth to control spread and maintain balance
🍽 Feeding: Typically doesn't need fertilizing; thrives on pond nutrients
🌸 Propagation: Reproduces rapidly by division; no intervention needed
⚠️ Toxicity: Non-toxic and often used as animal or fish food in natural settings