Wolffia globosa and its potential for space agriculture

Wolffia globosa and its potential for space agriculture

When considering space agriculture, it’s essential to remember that environmental conditions differ significantly from those on Earth: water is limited, radiation is an issue and gravity is altered. Identifying plants capable of adapting to such circumstances is a major challenge. However, Wolffia globosa seems to be a promising candidate. Also known as duckweed, Wolffia globosa is the smallest known flowering plant. It grows in calm bodies of w…