Wolffia australiana
Tiny Duckweed
Swollen rootless perennial herb consisting of single leaf-like body. Upper surface elliptic, shiny green, convex, floating on surface. Individual plants form a dense mat.
Additional information
- FamilyAraceae (syn. Lemnaceae)
- StoreyLower storey
- Size1 mm long x 2 mm deep
- Plant groupingAquatic & Semi aquatic
- Flower colourGreen
- Flowering timeRare
- FlowersOne male and one female flower erupting from pouch on side. Reproduction from budding of new plants from pouch. Australia's smallest flowering plant.
- Bird attractingLeaves
- Butterfly attractingNo
- Frog habitatNo
- Growing conditionsFresh or stagnant water to 30 cm deep in ponds and watercourses. Full sun, semi-shade.
- Garden useTiny plant for ponds or aquariums, mats providing hiding places for fish.
- Commercially availableNever
- Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known from the Yarra Flats area. Scattered in Victoria
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