Duckweed (Lemma Minor) - Freshwater - Low Light

OVERVIEW Duckweed (Lemna minor) is a fast-growing floating aquatic plant commonly used in freshwater aquariums and outdoor ponds. Its small bright-green leaves form a natural surface layer that helps balance lighting while adding movement and texture to aquatic environments. WHY CHOOSE THIS PLANT This floating species requires no planting and adapts easily to a wide range of freshwater conditions. Its rapid growth and nutrient absorption make it a useful plant for systems where surface coverage and natural nutrient management are desired. BENEFITS - Provides natural surface shade in aquariums and ponds - Helps absorb excess nutrients from the water - Offers grazing areas for certain fish species - Creates shelter for fry and small aquatic organisms - Suitable for indoor tanks and outdoor pond environments ADDITIONAL DETAILS SPECIFICATIONS - Plant Type: Live floating freshwater plant - Species: Lemna minor - Growth Rate: Fast - Light Requirement: Moderate to Bright - Placement: Water Surface - Difficulty Level: Beginner - Water Type: Freshwater CARE GUIDE - Lighting: Moderate to bright lighting recommended - Placement: Allow plants to float freely on water surface - Water: Performs best in stable freshwater conditions - Maintenance: Thin regularly to control growth - Temperature Range: Standard freshwater aquarium range PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS Gently place plants on water surface Allow plants to spread naturally Remove excess plants periodically Maintain open surface area for gas exchange PERFECT FOR - Freshwater aquariums - Outdoor ponds and water gardens - Surface coverage in planted tanks - Fry and shrimp shelter areas - Natural aquatic ecosystems NOTES & DISCLAIMER Duckweed grows quickly and may require regular thinning to prevent excessive surface coverage. Plant size and density may vary based on lighting, nutrients, and growing conditions. Images are for reference only. We carefully inspect and prepare all plants

• WHAT YOU GET - 1x Duckweed (Lemna minor). Every plant is greenhouse-grown in our Texas facility and inspected before shipping.
• EASY CARE - Beginner difficulty level, thrives in low light, temperature range 50-86, no CO2 injection required. Perfect for beginners and experienced aquarists alike.
• VERSATILE PLACEMENT - Ideal for floating positioning in your aquarium. Works beautifully in planted tanks, community tanks, shrimp tanks, and breeding setups.
• LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEED - Every plant ships with our live arrival guarantee. If anything arrives dead or damaged, contact us within 24 hours with photos for a replacement or refund.
• GREENHOUSE GROWN IN TEXAS - Canton Aquatics is a family-run nursery in Terrell, TX. Every plant is grown on-site in our greenhouse - no imports, no chemicals, no middlemen.