Giant Duckweed (Spirodela polyrhiza)
Giant Duckweed (Spirodela polyrhiza) is a free-floating aquatic plant with small, round, dark green to purplish leaves.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Always keep submerged in water.
Soil
Does not require soil; floats on the water surface.
Temperature
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Aquatic, Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Bright light encourages growth.
Always keep submerged in water.
This is an aquatic plant.
Does not require soil; floats on the water surface.
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Ideal range is 15-25°C.
Aquatic, Outdoor
Fertilize sparingly.
Use diluted balanced fertilizer in nutrient-poor water.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Aquatic
Plant Category
Foliage
Plant Environment
Aquatic, Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.1-0.5 cm
Spread
1-5 cm
Growth Rate
Very fast
Dormancy
Submerges as turions in cold conditions
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Purple
Leaf Type
Simple
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAlismatales
- familyAraceae
- genusSpirodela
- speciesSpirodela polyrhiza
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No