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First Duckweed Plant Launched into Space

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Tom Patton
Nov 14, 2023
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The first duckweed plant to be the subject of research aboard the International Space Station is a Wolffia vegetable cultivated by Israeli agro-tech manufacturer GreenOnyx.

"Our first set of experiments of duckweed in space aims to explore its rapid growth patterns, high nutrient content, and potential as a sustainable fresh food source for astronauts on…

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