Turion Duckweed (Lemna Turionifera) 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 turionifera is a small floating aquatic plant commonly known as Turion Duckweed, characterized by tiny oval to obovate leaves and a single root per leaf.

Turion Duckweed

Turion Duckweed

Lemna Turionifera

Lemna turionifera is a small floating aquatic plant commonly known as Turion Duckweed, characterized by tiny oval to obovate leaves and a single root per leaf.

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, oxygenation, habitat provision

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Turion 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