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Plant Care
Common duckweed
(Lemna minor)
Also Known As
Common duckweed, Lesser duckweed, Water lens
About This Plant
Lemna minor is a tiny floating aquatic plant that is a member of the Araceae family. It is commonly known as common duckweed and is found in abundance in still water bodies like ponds, lakes and slow-moving streams. The plant is characterized by its small, oval-shaped, bright green leaves that are approximately 1-3mm in length.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
1-3mm
Light Requirements
Lemna minor requires full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate direct sunlight but prefers some shade during the hottest part of the day.
Humidity Needs
Lemna minor grows best in high humidity environments. It is an aquatic plant and prefers to be submerged in water.
Fertilizing Schedule
Lemna minor does not require any additional fertilization as it absorbs nutrients directly from the water it grows in.
Pruning Guidelines
Lemna minor does not require any pruning as it is a floating plant that will naturally grow and spread in the water it is planted in.
Common Pests and Diseases
Lemna minor is not known to have any major pests or diseases.
Indoor Size Range
N/A
Watering Schedule
Lemna minor is an aquatic plant and requires water to survive. It does not require any additional watering as it is already submerged in water.
Temperature Range
Lemna minor can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It can survive in temperatures as low as 5°C (41°F) and as high as 30°C (86°F).
Growing Season
Lemna minor can grow year-round in warm climates, but typically grows from spring to fall in cooler climates.
Growing Difficulty Level
Lemna minor is very easy to grow and requires very little maintenance. It is a great plant for beginners.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Lemna minor is not applicable as it is an aquatic plant.
Did You Know?
Lemna minor is one of the smallest flowering plants in the world and is often used for research purposes due to its small size and rapid growth rate.
