--- product_id: 400503839 title: "SubstrateSource Live Floating Plant - Water Lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) - Easy Surface Cover for Aquariums & Ponds" brand: "substratesource" price: "VT8244" currency: VUV in_stock: false reviews_count: 8 category: "Substrate Source" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/400503839-substratesource-live-floating-plant-water-lettuce-pistia-stratiotes-easy-surface store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Low-maintenance, no substrate needed Natural floating cover Creates calm zones for aquatic life SubstrateSource Live Floating Plant - Water Lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) - Easy Surface Cover for Aquariums & Ponds **Brand:** substratesource **Price:** VT8244 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🌱 Elevate your aquarium’s vibe with effortless, natural elegance! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** SubstrateSource Live Floating Plant - Water Lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) - Easy Surface Cover for Aquariums & Ponds by substratesource - **How much does it cost?** VT8244 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/400503839-substratesource-live-floating-plant-water-lettuce-pistia-stratiotes-easy-surface) ## Best For - substratesource enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted substratesource brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Aquatic Oasis Creator:** Provides natural shade and shelter, reducing glare and stress for fish and shrimp. - • **Thrives on Simplicity:** Flourishes in bright, indirect light without CO₂ injection—perfect for low-tech tanks. - • **Effortless Aquascaping:** Pre-mounted and ready to float—no planting fuss required. - • **Guaranteed Healthy Arrival:** Each plant is inspected and backed by a 100% dead-on-arrival replacement promise. - • **Eco-Friendly Nutrient Absorber:** Helps maintain water quality by absorbing excess nutrients naturally. ## Overview SubstrateSource Live Floating Water Lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) is an easy-care aquatic plant that naturally floats on the water surface, providing shade, shelter, and nutrient absorption for freshwater aquariums and ponds. Growing 5–15 cm tall, it requires no substrate or CO₂, thriving in bright indirect light. Each plant is carefully inspected and shipped with a dead-on-arrival replacement guarantee, making it a reliable choice for aquascapers seeking a low-maintenance, visually appealing surface cover. ## Description Water Lettuce provides shade, shelter, and surface interest. Water Lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) is pre-mounted and ready for use. It thrives in Floating; Bright Indirect Light light and adapts well to freshwater setups. Ideal for placement in the surface, it grows to 5–15 cm and requires minimal care. Slow-growing and stable, it’s great for aquascapers of all levels.SubstrateSource offers a wide selection of live aquarium plants for freshwater tanks—ranging from beginner-friendly options to distinctive aquascaping favorites. Every plant is carefully packed for safe shipping and grown with quality and performance in mind. Whether you're building a low-tech tank or a high-energy aquascape with CO₂ injection, SubstrateSource has the plants and support you need to build a thriving planted aquarium.Common Name: Water LettuceCare Level: EasySuggested Placement: SurfaceLighting: Floating; Bright Indirect LightGrowth Rate: ModeratePropagation: RunnersCO₂ Requirement: Not requiredMature Height: 5–15 cmGenus: PistiaSpecies: stratiotesPlant Type: Aquatic PlantGrowth Form: FloatingColor Accents: Light GreenFamily: Araceae Review: Great - Arrived so fast! Perfect condition no plant melt at all!! Review: Waste of $$$. - Waste of money. Won’t lie flat on the water, leaves disintegrate & fall off one by one. Rotting. Garbage. ## Features - Natural Floating Cover – Water Lettuce provides shade, shelter, and surface interest. - Great for Shrimp and Fish – Creates calm zones, cuts glare, and absorbs excess nutrients. - Low-Maintenance – Spreads naturally via runners with no substrate or planting required. - Care Requirements – Thrives with bright, indirect light while floating – CO₂ not required; propagation is easy via runners. - SubstrateSource inspects each plant prior to shipping and ships all plants in healthy, stable condition with proper packing materials to ensure its safe arrival during shipping. Each plant is backed with a 100% dead-on-arrival replacement guarantee. To qualify, customers must provide a photo of the DOA plant within 24 hours of delivery. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0FB5WZPGF | | Best Sellers Rank | #46,443 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #109 in Live Aquarium Plants | | Brand | SubstrateSource | | Brand Name | SubstrateSource | | Color | Pistia Stratiotes / Water Lettuce | | Customer Reviews | 3.3 out of 5 stars 14 Reviews | | Manufacturer | SubstrateSource | | Product Care Instructions | Plant as desired. | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** SubstrateSource - **Color:** Phyllanthus Fluitans / Red Root Floater - **Material Feature:** Natural - **Moisture Needs:** Constant Watering - **Product Care Instructions:** water - **Sunlight Exposure:** Full Sun, Partial Shade - **Unit Count:** 1.0 Count ## Images ![SubstrateSource Live Floating Plant - Water Lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) - Easy Surface Cover for Aquariums & Ponds - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51QsZxfUxqL.jpg) ![SubstrateSource Live Floating Plant - Water Lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) - Easy Surface Cover for Aquariums & Ponds - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61G4tgMP1BL.jpg) ![SubstrateSource Live Floating Plant - Water Lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) - Easy Surface Cover for Aquariums & Ponds - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51IRUR1oTpL.jpg) ![SubstrateSource Live Floating Plant - Water Lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) - Easy Surface Cover for Aquariums & Ponds - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61zOoJJM11L.jpg) ![SubstrateSource Live Floating Plant - Water Lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) - Easy Surface Cover for Aquariums & Ponds - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71-1dLp8OhL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great *by C***H on November 26, 2025* Arrived so fast! Perfect condition no plant melt at all!! ### ⭐ Waste of $$$. *by C***S on March 24, 2026* Waste of money. Won’t lie flat on the water, leaves disintegrate & fall off one by one. Rotting. Garbage. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ plants arrived in very good condition *by W***N on June 21, 2025* The plant arrived in good condition after puting it in my aquarium it found a quiet corner and is unfolding its leaves from packaging ## Frequently Bought Together - SubstrateSource Red Root Floater Phyllanthus Fluitans - Live Floating Plants for Aquarium, Fish Tanks, Natural Aquatic Decorations and Cover (3-4 Plants) - Giant Duckweed, Spirodela polyrhiza, Live Aquarium/Aquatic/Freshwater/Floating/Pond Plant, Planted Tank, Aquascaping by Aquarium Plant Center (30 Plants) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/400503839-substratesource-live-floating-plant-water-lettuce-pistia-stratiotes-easy-surface](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/400503839-substratesource-live-floating-plant-water-lettuce-pistia-stratiotes-easy-surface) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-10*