Need help with plant identification

[TheresaM]

This is my 5g cherry shrimp tank that I thought only contained willow moss. I have no idea what these floaters are...first pic is from the top, the second from underneath.

Thanks!

 

[Brian_Nano12g]

Looks like duckweed.

 

[jetajockey]

Definitely duckweed.

 

[TheresaM]

Thanks, now that I image searched I think you're right. I this something I should keep or get rid of?

 

[jetajockey]

It's great at soaking up nitrates and giving the fish some cover. It also grows like crazy so can be hard to get rid of so it's really up to you. I keep it in some of my tanks. I've found that if you scoop it out daily you can get rid of it but it takes persistence.

 

[Coursair]

I keep some around. It grows super fast, but between it and the Frogbit, my shy fish are happy.


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[TheresaM]

Thanks again for the info. Think I'll leave it and just keep an eye on growth.

 

[nnoah_won]

Ducjweed grows very fast. It is a good idea to make your decision now before it is too late. Either remove it, or keep it. I wouldn't advise keeping just a little bit because that would be a hassle to keep removing. I let my duckweef grow, and I regret it. I tried to remove it, but some stayed


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[jetajockey]

I don't see how it could get out of control in a 5g tank lol.

 

[TheresaM]

I don't see how it could get out of control in a 5g tank lol.

With my luck it probably could find a way