Giant duckweed
Spirodela polyrhiza
PlantFreshwater
Giant duckweed is the largest duckweed species. Each frond is 5-10 mm with multiple roots. It reproduces quickly by division and can cover the entire surface if uncontrolled. It prefers moderate to bright light and nutrient-rich water.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 15–30 |
| pH | 6–8 |
| GH | 2–15 |
| KH | 1–8 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 30 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 3 |
Care
Difficulty1/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank10 L
Min. group1
Adult size1 cm
Lifespan1 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Regularly control growth to prevent aquarium suffocation. Avoid strong current. Can be used in shrimp tanks.