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Wolffia: Tiny Titans of Aquatic Flora

Wolffia is a genus of free-floating aquatic plants in the family Lemnaceae, comprising the smallest known flowering plants on Earth. These rootless, minute species proliferate rapidly in nutrient-rich freshwater, offering valuable insights into plant minimalism and ecosystem dynamics. 

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WOLFFIA SPECIES

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Wolffia Angusta Discover Wolffia angusta, a tiny aquatic aroid with rapid growth and unique morphology, ideal for research and decorative ponds.

Wolffia Arrhiza Wolffia arrhiza is a tiny floating aquatic plant with minimal structure, ideal for research and water purification.

Wolffia Australiana Wolffia australiana is a tiny aquatic plant known for rapid reproduction and unique minimal morphology in warm freshwater habitats.

Wolffia Borealis Wolffia borealis is a tiny, rootless aquatic plant native to North America, known as one of the world’s smallest flowering plants.

Wolffia Brasiliensis Discover Wolffia brasiliensis, a tiny aquatic aroid from Brazil with unique traits and simple care requirements for water gardens.

Wolffia Columbiana Discover Wolffia columbiana, a tiny aquatic aroid from South America known for rapid growth and unique freshwater adaptations.

Wolffia Cylindracea Explore Wolffia cylindracea Hegelm, a tiny aquatic plant from the Araceae family prized for its rapid growth and unique cylindrical form.

Wolffia Elongata Discover Wolffia elongata Landolt, a tiny aquatic aroid with rapid growth and minimal structure ideal for scientific study and aquatic collections.

Wolffia Globosa Discover Wolffia globosa, a tiny aquatic aroid native to Asia. Learn about its unique biology, habitat, care, and ecological role in freshwater systems.

Wolffia Microscopica Wolffia microscopica is one of the smallest aquatic flowering plants, native to Asia and valued for its rapid growth and ecological role.

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