Is American Frog's-bit safe for pets?

Yes, American Frog's-bit (Limnobium Spongia) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is American Frog's-bit easy to care for?

American Frog's-bit has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires aquatic watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can American Frog's-bit grow indoors?

American Frog's-bit is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

American Frog's-bit (Limnobium Spongia) is a perennial aquatic in the Hydrocharitaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Limnobium spongia is a perennial aquatic plant known for its floating, sponge-like leaves.

Last updated: February 2026

American Frog's-bit

Limnobium Spongia

Limnobium spongia is a perennial aquatic plant known for its floating, sponge-like leaves.

Quick Facts

Type

aquatic

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

aquatic

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

7-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, muddy, peaty

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:water filtration, habitat, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for American Frog's-bit

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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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Hydrocharitaceae

Genus:Limnobium