Duckweed is a floating plant made up of tiny fronds that reproduce very quickly and provide shade and cover for fry in the floating roots.

Duckweed, also known as “water lens,” is a fast-growing floating plant. The leaves/pods (or fronds) are very small and vibrant light green in color. They grow in dense colonies and provide hiding places for small invertebrates and fish. This is a great plant for beginners, as it does not require special equipment, care, or knowledge.

Duckweed is easy to grow and is fine with low-light setups, although more light means faster and denser growth. It grows by absorbing waste (including ammonia and nitrates) from the water, which reduces the pollutants that cause smelly or cloudy water and makes for happier pond or aquarium inhabitants! Duckweed can greatly reduce or even eliminate the need for water changes.

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Duckweed Lemna Minor

Lemna Minor, commonly known as Duckweed, is a fast-growing, resilient and low-maintenance floating aquatic plant. Its petite, bright green leaves add a delicate botanical look to any planted aquarium or pond. As its name implies, Duckweed is a top floating aquarium plant pick that is well-known for its rapid growth. This makes it a great addition to aquariums or ponds with a high bioload. Through its tiny root system, Duckweed happily absorbs excess nutrients and is as a great source of natural water filtration. Beyond supporting improved water quality, aquarium floaters also create a layer of coverage and extra security for a variety of aquarium and pond fish. Many fish species, such as fancy goldfish, will also enjoy snacking on Duckweed!

For a beautiful, nature-style look in your planted tank or pond, try mixing duckweed with other floating plants like Pistia stratiotes (water lettuce) or Phyllanthus fluitans (red root floaters).

What to do with excess Duckweed

Duckweed grows quickly, so its important to harvest and thin it regularly to prevent overgrowth and shading of submerged plants that need light to grow. When disposing of excess duckweed, please avoid releasing it into local waterways, ponds, or down your plumbing. We recommend composting it or allowing it to dry out completely before discarding. It can also be incorporated into soil mixtures! Thank you for helping protect native ecosystems.