{"product_id":"tropica-limnobium-laevigatum-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Limnobium laevigatum 1-2-GROW","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLimnobium laevigatum\u003c\/i\u003e, commonly known as Amazon Frogbit, is a free-floating aquatic plant from South America that produces rosettes of rounded, spongy green leaves on the water surface. Its floating habit, attractive leaf rosettes, and highly effective nutrient uptake make it a practical and visually appealing choice for planted aquariums—particularly biotope-style setups and aquariums where additional surface plant coverage, water flow diffusion, or natural shading is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely easy and undemanding, it grows at a medium pace in low to medium light without requiring CO₂ or specialized fertilization, absorbing nutrients directly from the water column. Under good conditions, it grows quickly and helps control algae by lowering nitrates. Its long, trailing roots provide excellent natural shelter and foraging grounds for fish fry and shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Simply remove it from the cup, rinse the gel, and float the plantlets on the water surface. Suitable for aquariums from 20 litres upward, it is an easy, natural-looking floating plant that is fully shrimp-safe and highly beneficial for community and shrimp aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuick Facts \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Amazon Frogbit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGenus:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eLimnobium\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003elaevigatum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePosition in Aquarium:\u003c\/b\u003e Floating (Surface)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e Medium pace\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrows Up To:\u003c\/b\u003e 5 cm (Leaf height; roots trail longer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePot \/ Cup Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 7 cm (Tropica 1-2-GROW! Tissue Culture)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Very Easy \u0026amp; Undemanding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCO2 \u0026amp; Fertilisers:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required (Absorbs nutrients directly from water column)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Sizes \u0026amp; What to Expect\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe image of the plant you'll be receiving is an example of what you can expect. Each plant is unique and may vary in size and shape depending on the time of year. Tissue cultured plants are grown in a sterile laboratory environment, so they arrive 100% free from snails, algae, and pesticide residue. They may look smaller on arrival, but each cup contains multiple plantlets designed to be divided and floated, where they establish quickly with minimal melt and grow into place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Product FAQs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Limnobium laevigatum easy to keep?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, it is extremely easy and undemanding, thriving under basic aquarium lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it need CO2?\u003c\/b\u003e No, it absorbs carbon dioxide directly from the air above the surface and nutrients from the water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it spread fast?\u003c\/b\u003e It grows rapidly under good conditions and needs periodic thinning to prevent it from covering the entire surface and blocking light to submerged plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it safe for shrimp tanks?\u003c\/b\u003e Absolutely—it is 100% shrimp-safe and provides ideal shelter and grazing surfaces among its roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is it good for?\u003c\/b\u003e It excels at absorbing excess nitrates, diffusing harsh lighting, preventing algae, and providing natural shelter for fish fry and shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Britblooms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54750568710483,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/9919\/3939\/files\/Limnobium-laevigatum-1-2-GROW.webp?v=1787839530","url":"https:\/\/shop.britblooms.com\/products\/tropica-limnobium-laevigatum-1-2-grow","provider":"Britblooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}