Aquarium plant

Wolffia arrhiza

FloatingFloating plant

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Plant overview

Wolffia arrhiza grows as a floating plant and fits floating planting. Care: low light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 20–28 °C, pH 5–8, KH 0–21 °dKH, CO₂ 2–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementFloating
  • GrowthFloating plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
20–28 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
0–21 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
2–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Araceae
Genus
Wolffia

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FAQ

Where should Wolffia arrhiza be planted?

Use it for floating planting.

What light does Wolffia arrhiza need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Wolffia arrhiza?

Temperature: 20–28 °C.