Frogbit (Limnobium Spongia)

Limnobium laevigatum
Scientific names from FishBase (v25.04): Froese, R. and D. Pauly, Editors. World Wide Web electronic publication. Snapshot via rfishbase: Boettiger, C., Temple Lang, D. and Wainwright, P. (2012) Journal of Fish Biology 81(6), 2030–2039. Plants, invertebrates, live foods and named strains come from this site's own reviewed list.
Aquatic plants, lot number 74
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You will receive one half of a sandwich bag with roughly fifteen multi-leaf plants.


Overview

Frogbit (Limnobium spongia) is a popular floating aquarium plant known for its smooth, bright green leaves and long trailing roots. Floating naturally at the water’s surface, Frogbit creates a calm, natural appearance while helping regulate light, absorb excess nutrients, and provide shelter for fish and shrimp. It is an excellent choice for both beginner and advanced aquarists seeking a low-maintenance surface plant.

Key Features

  • Floating leaf structure with round, vibrant foliage

  • Long trailing roots for shelter and grazing

  • Fast-growing and easy to maintain

  • Absorbs excess nutrients from the water column

  • Safe for fish, shrimp, and snails

Why Choose Frogbit (Limnobium spongia)?

  • One of the most popular floating plants for freshwater aquariums

  • Creates natural shade and surface coverage

  • Improves visual balance in aquascapes

  • Requires no substrate or planting

  • Excellent for low-tech and high-tech setups

Benefits

  • Softens strong lighting and reduces glare

  • Provides shaded areas for shy fish and shrimp

  • Enhances natural tank behavior

  • Helps stabilize nutrient levels

  • Adds depth and movement to aquarium layouts

Product Specifications

• Scientific/Common name: Limnobium spongia / Frogbit
• Plant or product type: Live floating freshwater plant
• Growth rate / usage: Fast growth, surface coverage
• Lighting / requirements: Low to moderate light
• Placement / application: Floating on water surface
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Tank type: Freshwater, planted, community, shrimp

Care Guide / Usage Guide

Lighting

Performs best under low to moderate lighting. Strong lighting may increase growth rate and require more frequent thinning.

Water

Prefers temperatures between 64–86°F with a pH range of 6.0–7.5.

Substrate

Not required. This is a floating plant.

CO₂

Not required.

Maintenance

Thin regularly to prevent excessive surface coverage and allow light to reach submerged plants.

Planting / Application Instructions

  1. Rinse gently with clean aquarium water.

  2. Place directly on the water surface.

  3. Avoid strong surface agitation.

  4. Allow roots to naturally extend downward.

  5. Remove excess growth as needed.

Perfect For

  • Freshwater aquariums

  • Community tanks

  • Shrimp and nano tanks

  • Natural surface coverage

  • Beginner and low-maintenance setups

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