Amazon Frogbit (Limnobium laevigatum)

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Amazon Frogbit

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Amazon Frogbit

Limnobium laevigatum

Type

Floating

Difficulty

Easy

pH

5.0 - 8.0

Temp.

18 -28 °C (64.4-82.4°F)

Water Hardness

4-20 °d


Max Height

5 cm (2")

Max Width

25.4cm (10 ")

Light Needs

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Tank Placement

Floating




Alternative Names and variants

Amazon Frogbit, South American Frogbit

Other similar species

Environment Specifics

Requires good light, a mature tank preferably receiving fertilisation and slow to medium water flow.

Notes

Very handy plant to give shade and security to small fish or fry. The long roots provide a growth medium for infusoria an important food for small fish.

Pictures

  • Topside view

  • Underside view

External links

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