Valdivia Duckweed (Lemna valdiviana)
Valdivia Duckweed (Lemna valdiviana) is a tiny, free-floating aquatic plant with small, oval to oblong fronds that form dense mats on the water surface.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep constantly moist; floats on water surface.
Soil
Does not require soil; it floats freely on the water surface.
Temperature
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Aquatic
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly if needed.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Direct sunlight promotes growth.
Keep constantly moist; floats on water surface.
Requires still or slow-moving fresh water.
Does not require soil; it floats freely on the water surface.
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Ideal range 18-25 °C.
Aquatic
Fertilize sparingly if needed.
Use diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Aquatic
Plant Environment
Aquatic
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.1-0.5 cm
Spread
Floating mat
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Frond
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAlismatales
- familyAraceae
- genusLemna
- speciesLemna valdiviana
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.