Aquarium plant

Lemna minor

FloatingFloating plant

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Plant overview

Lemna minor is a floating plant for floating planting. Recorded care includes low light and none CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 4–30 °C, pH 5–9, KH 2–30 °dKH, CO₂ –4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementFloating
  • GrowthFloating plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2None

Water conditions

Temperature
4–30 °C
pH
5–9
Carbonate hardness
2–30 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Width
–1 cm

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Araceae

Similar plants

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FAQ

Where should Lemna minor be planted?

Use it for floating planting.

What light does Lemna minor need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Lemna minor?

Temperature: 4–30 °C.