Aquarium plant

Lemna trisulca

FloatingFloating plant

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Plant overview

For floating planting, Lemna trisulca grows as a floating plant. Its profile combines easy care, low light, recommended CO₂.

Lemna trisulca suits water with temperature 10–22 °C, pH 5–8, KH 2–21 °dKH, CO₂ 5–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementFloating
  • GrowthFloating plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
10–22 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
2–21 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
5–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Width
–1 cm
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Araceae
Genus
Lemna

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FAQ

Where should Lemna trisulca be planted?

Use it for floating planting.

What light does Lemna trisulca need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Lemna trisulca?

Temperature: 10–22 °C.