About Water Lettuce:
Water Lettuce, also known as Pistia Stratiotes, is a popular choice for aquarius looking to add a touch of natural beauty to their tanks. These attractive floating plants feature delicate, light green leaves that form rosettes, creating a visually appealing surface cover. They thrive in freshwater aquariums and ponds, providing shade and shelter for aquatic inhabitants while helping to maintain water quality.
Benefits of Water Lettuce:
- Natural Filtration: Water Lettuce helps to absorb excess nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates, thereby reducing algae growth and improving water quality.
- Oxygenation: These floating plants release oxygen during photosynthesis, promoting a well-oxygenated environment for fish and other aquatic creatures.
- Shade and Shelter: The dense foliage of Water Lettuce provides shade for shy or light-sensitive fish while offering shelter for fry and small aquatic organisms.
- Aesthetic Enhancement: With their vibrant green foliage and graceful floating habit, Water Lettuce adds a touch of natural beauty to any aquarium, creating a captivating focal point.
Care Instructions:
Water Lettuce is easy to care for, making it an ideal choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists. Simply place the plants in your aquarium, ensuring they receive ample light, preferably indirect sunlight. Regularly trim any yellowing or damaged leaves to maintain the plant’s vitality. Water Lettuce is a fast grower, so occasional thinning may be necessary to prevent overcrowding.Additionally, ensure adequate water circulation to prevent stagnation and promote healthy growth.
Package Contents:
15 x Water Lettuce Plants (Pistia Stratiotes)
| Care Level: | Moderately difficult |
| Maximum Size: | 4 inches – 10 inches |
| Diet: | No fertilizer required |
| Minimum Tank Size: | 10 gallons |
| pH and Hardness: | 6.5-7.2 pH, soft to moderately hard water |
| Temperature: | 21-27°C (70-80°F) |
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Honestly best aquatic plant purchase I’ve made, went utterly insane in my tank and is now I have so much it is blotting out the sun itself, save me
Lucus –
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Bex H –
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Shiela –
Some yellowing on the leaves of some of these plants
Katie B –
Arrived in good condition on the whole and as expected given the delicate nature of the item….well packed and pleased with condition of the plants. Thank you
rezza –
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