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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect sunlight; tolerates partial shade, avoid prolonged direct sun that can overheat shallow water
Watering
Maintain consistent clean, still or slow-moving shallow water (5–15 cm depth)
Temperature
Thrives in cool to temperate water; avoid extreme heat above 28°C which can cause foliage dieback
Characteristics
- Leaf: Submerged leaves are linear, 5–15 mm long; floating leaves are oval, 1–3 mm wide, with pointed tips
- Flower: Tiny, inconspicuous greenish flowers without petals, borne in leaf axils
- Stem: Slender, branching, floating or submerged stems with fine, thread-like roots
Care Guide
Watering
Maintain stable water level; top up with dechlorinated water as needed
Fertilization
Diluted aquatic plant fertilizer once monthly. Use low-nitrogen aquatic fertilizer to support foliage growth without promoting algae
Aquarium water runoff：Use water from established freshwater aquariums (no added chemicals) to top up the water feature; avoid overapplication to prevent algae overgrowthPruning
- Trim overgrown floating mats to maintain desired coverage and prevent overcrowding
- Remove dead or decaying foliage promptly to prevent water fouling
- Thin dense submerged stems to improve water circulation and light penetration
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No known toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Aquatic ornamental for small water features; provides shelter for small aquatic invertebrates
