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Pistia Stratiotes Water Lettuce Loose Pond Plant

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Pond Plant Care: Pistia Stratiotes "Water Lettuce"

Pistia stratiotes "Water lettuce", also known as water lettuce, can be a beautiful addition to your pond. Here are some care tips:

  1. Lighting: Provide moderate to high lighting.
  2. Water Parameters: Maintain slightly acidic to neutral water conditions (pH 6.0-7.5) and a temperature range of 18-28°C (65-82°F).
  3. Height: Maximum height of 10cm.
  4. Growth Rate: Fast.
  5. Care Level: Easy.
  6. Placement: Floating.
  7. Substrate: Not required, as it is a floating plant.
  8. Fertilisation: Not required, but can benefit from occasional liquid fertilisers.
  9. Pruning: Remove any yellow or decaying leaves regularly.
  10. Propagation: Propagate through runners or daughter plants.
  11. Water Quality: Perform regular water changes to maintain good water quality.
  12. Compatibility: Pistia stratiotes "Water lettuce" is generally compatible with most fish species.
  13. CO2 Injection: Not required.
  14. Algae Control: Monitor for algae growth and maintain proper balance.

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