Star Duckweed (Lemna Trisulca) 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 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Lemna trisulca, commonly known as star duckweed or ivy-leaved duckweed, is a small aquatic plant that floats on the surface of still or slow-moving fresh waters. It is characterized by its fronds shaped like canoe paddles, connected together in chains.

Star Duckweed

Star Duckweed

Lemna Trisulca

Lemna trisulca, commonly known as star duckweed or ivy-leaved duckweed, is a small aquatic plant that floats on the surface of still or slow-moving fresh waters. It is characterized by its fronds shaped like canoe paddles, connected together in chains.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, water surface coverage, habitat provision

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Star Duckweed

Jan
Prune
Feb
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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Araceae
Genus:Lemna