Duckweed Overview
DESCRIPTION | Duckweed forms a fast-growing cover over pond and other water garden surfaces. Its free-floating network of disc-shape leaves spreads in a textured mat that looks like thyme foliage. The leaves, actually fronds, send out new foliage from their margins. Duckweed is a fast grower and will require thinning frequently. It is a source of nutrition for many forms of wildlife. |
GENUS NAME | Lemna aequinoctialis |
COMMON NAME | Duckweed |
PLANT TYPE | Water Plant |
LIGHT | Part Sun, Sun |
HEIGHT | 6 to 6 inches |
SPECIAL FEATURES | Good for Containers, Low Maintenance |
ZONES | 10, 11, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
PROPAGATION | Division |