Dotted Duckweed (Landoltia Punctata) is a perennial aquatic in the Araceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Landoltia punctata is a tiny free-floating aquatic plant consisting of individual fronds with fine roots.

Dotted Duckweed

Dotted Duckweed

Landoltia Punctata

Landoltia punctata is a tiny free-floating aquatic plant consisting of individual fronds with fine roots.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, other
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, water surface cover, habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dotted Duckweed

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Taxonomy

Family:Araceae
Genus:Landoltia