Spanish Name: Lechuga acuatica

Size: There are two different tips, one is 6-7 in and the anther is 3-4in and the roots can grow up to 12in.

Location:  This plant is generally found under maintenance control in Florida.  However, there can also be found in the amazon jungle.

Predators:  Its main predator is the Amazon Ox Manatee (Trichechus inunguis).
 

Adaptations: The water lettuces have long roots to reach and get nutrients for its survival.  
 
 

• Water lettuces are breeding grounds for mosquitoes.
• Water lettuces roots are good hiding places for small fish and insects to hide in.

 Bibliography:

Retrieved Mar. 12, 2003,
http://www.floridadriftwood.com/aquarium_plant_water_lettuce.htm

Karen. (1999) . Retrieved Mar. 12, 2003,
http://www.thekrib.com/Plants/Plants/water-lettuce.html

Shirley.Retrieved Mar.31,2004
http://www.aircav.com/survival/appb/asappb48.html

Researchers: Felipe and Kyle 
Revised by: Shirley
Revised by: Daniel