Limnobium laevigatum

Hydrocharis laevigata

Limnobium laevigatum is a floating plant suited to floating planting.

FloatingFloating plant

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Planting & care

  • PlacementFloating
  • GrowthFloating plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2None
  • Height1.2–2" (3–5 cm)

Quick specs

Difficulty
Easy
Light
Low
CO₂
None
Temperature
68–81°F (20–27°C)
Placement
Floating
Growth type
Floating plant
Aquarium suitability
Suitable for aquariums Suitable for long-term aquarium use.
Approx. height
1.2–2" (3–5 cm)

Water conditions

Temperature
68–81°F (20–27°C)
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
0–14 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
0–40 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Very fast
Propagation
fragmentation

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What you’ll need to grow Limnobium laevigatum

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Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Hydrocharitaceae
Genus
Limnobium
Botanical name
Hydrocharis laevigata

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