Stoffels Limnobium laevigatum in-vitro

Limnobium laevigatum, commonly known as Amazon Frogbit, is a popular floating plant that adds a natural and dynamic touch to aquariums. It features round, bright green leaves that rest on the water’s surface, with long, delicate roots that hang below, creating a beautiful curtain effect. This plant is perfect for adding shade, reducing light intensity, and providing cover for fish and shrimp. Its in-vitro culture ensures that the plant is free from pests, algae, and other contaminants, making it a healthy and safe choice for aquascapes. Amazon Frogbit is well-suited for both open-top aquariums and paludariums.

Key Features:

• Bright Green, Round Leaves: The floating leaves of Amazon Frogbit are vibrant green and round, adding a visually appealing floating canopy to the water surface.
• Hanging Roots: The long roots that hang below the water’s surface provide cover and a natural hiding place for fish, shrimp, and fry, adding visual interest to the underwater environment.
• Shade Provider: Amazon Frogbit helps create shaded areas within the aquarium, which can reduce algae growth and provide a comfortable environment for fish that prefer lower light conditions.
• Easy to Care For: This plant is hardy and easy to care for, making it suitable for both beginner and experienced aquarists. Its in-vitro cultivation ensures that it arrives in optimal condition.

Care Requirements:

• Lighting: Amazon Frogbit thrives under low to medium lighting. Bright light may cause the leaves to turn yellow, so moderate lighting is ideal for maintaining vibrant green leaves. Too much light can also lead to burning on the leaves.
• CO2: CO2 supplementation is not required for Limnobium laevigatum. It can grow well without additional CO2, making it perfect for low-tech setups.
• Water Parameters: This plant is adaptable and grows well in a pH range of 6.0-7.5 and temperatures between 20-28°C. It prefers calm water, as strong surface agitation can damage the delicate roots and push the plant around.
• Trimming: Regular removal of excess plants is recommended, as Amazon Frogbit can grow quickly and cover the entire water surface, which may block light from reaching other plants in the aquarium.

Planting Tips:

• Floating Placement: Simply place Amazon Frogbit on the water’s surface, and it will naturally spread and grow. It is important to maintain some open areas to allow light to reach submerged plants.
• Propagating Through Daughter Plants: Amazon Frogbit propagates by producing daughter plants that grow alongside the parent plant. These can be separated and placed elsewhere in the tank if desired.
• Maintaining Growth Balance: To prevent overgrowth, remove some plants periodically to maintain a balance between floating coverage and light penetration to other plants.