Brazilian Watermeal (Wolffia brasiliensis)
Brazilian Watermeal (Wolffia brasiliensis) is the world's smallest flowering plant, a free-floating aquatic herb with a unique, thallus-like structure.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep constantly submerged in fresh water.
Soil
Does not require soil; it is a free-floating aquatic plant.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Habitat
Aquatic, Outdoor
Fertilizer
Absorbs nutrients from water; use dilute aquatic fertilizer if needed.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Ample light promotes best growth.
Keep constantly submerged in fresh water.
Ensure water is clean and free of pollutants.
Does not require soil; it is a free-floating aquatic plant.
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Avoid extreme temperatures.
Aquatic, Outdoor
Absorbs nutrients from water; use dilute aquatic fertilizer if needed.
Avoid over-fertilization to prevent algal blooms.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Aquatic
Plant Category
Foliage
Plant Environment
Aquatic, Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.1-0.2 cm
Spread
0.1-0.2 cm
Growth Rate
Rapid
Dormancy
None
Leaf Type
Thallus
Flower Size
0.1-0.3 mm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAlismatales
- familyAraceae
- genusWolffia
- speciesWolffia brasiliensis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No