| Common Name | Water Lettuce |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Pistia |
| Species | Stratiotes |
| Origin | Tropical Americas |
| Blooming | Rare indoors; small inconspicuous greenish-white flowers in summer. |
| Leaf Color | Light green to silvery-green |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Grows submerged in water or nutrient-rich aquatic substrate; no soil required for floating growth.
Submerged roots in standing fresh water; maintain constant water level, refresh weekly to prevent stagnation.
Requires full sun to partial shade; needs warm temperatures (20-35°C) and high light intensity for vigorous growth.
Liquid aquatic fertilizer or slow-release tablets placed at root base during growing season (Apr-Sep).
Remove dead leaves and divide rosettes frequently to control population spread.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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