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Narrow-leaf duckweed (Lemna intermedia) Care Guide
Care guide for Narrow-leaf duckweed: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.
📷 P. J. de Lange · CC BY 4.0 · GBIF/iNaturalist
✅ Narrow-leaf duckweed is generally pet-safe — details.
Care at a glance
WaterWater roughly every 0 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings.
TemperatureTypical indoor temperatures (16-26 °C / 60-79 °F); protect from frost.
SoilWell-draining mix, slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.7-7.0).
Growthfast growth. Mature height ~0.0 m (0.05 ft).
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