Lemna minor, or Common Duckweed, is a tiny, free-floating aquatic plant forming dense green mats on still or slow-moving freshwater. It reproduces rapidly, covering water
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal growth.
Watering
Requires stable freshwater; maintain quality and replenish evaporated water.
Soil
Not applicable (free-floating aquatic plant)
Temperature
Thrives in warm water, ideally between 15-30 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Aquatic
Fertilizer
Benefits from nutrient-rich water; use aquatic fertilizer sparingly if needed.
Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal growth.
Requires stable freshwater; maintain quality and replenish evaporated water.
Not applicable (free-floating aquatic plant)
Thrives in warm water, ideally between 15-30 °C.
Outdoor, Aquatic
Benefits from nutrient-rich water; use aquatic fertilizer sparingly if needed.
Plant Type
Aquatic, Herb
Plant Category
Foliage, Vegetable, Ornamental
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
< 0.5 cm
Spread
Can cover several meters
Growth Rate
Very fast
Dormancy
Can overwinter as turions in colder climates
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Frond
Flower Size
< 1 mm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
35000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
Yes
Not toxic to humans or pets; considered edible and nutritious.
