Duckweed as a sustainable source: extraction and applications of bioactive nutrients for industrial applications

Sustainable Food Technology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Malmi Wickramasinghe, Ruvini Hiththatiyage, Ruvini Liyanage, Siril Wijesundara, Rewati Raman Bhattarai
DOI: 10.1039/d5fb00755k
Cited by: 2
References: 160

Abstract

Duckweed, a fast-growing aquatic plant belonging to the Lemnaceae family, has been most commonly studied and utilised as a food source due to its excellent palatability and nutrient profile.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Botany Ecology and Taxonomy Studies Constructed Wetlands for Wastewater Treatment Seaweed-derived Bioactive Compounds

Publication details

Journal / source
Sustainable Food Technology
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
4
Issue
3
Pages
2381–2395
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN