Aquarium plant

Spirodela polyrhiza

FloatingFloating plant

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Plant overview

Spirodela polyrhiza grows as a floating plant and fits floating planting. Care: easy care, medium light, none CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 28–30 °C, pH 4–8, KH 2–30 °dKH, CO₂ –4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementFloating
  • GrowthFloating plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2None

Water conditions

Temperature
28–30 °C
pH
4–8
Carbonate hardness
2–30 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Width
–1 cm

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Araceae
Genus
Spirodela

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FAQ

Where should Spirodela polyrhiza be planted?

Use it for floating planting.

What light does Spirodela polyrhiza need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Spirodela polyrhiza?

Temperature: 28–30 °C.