Worms in Lucky Bamboo Water: Simple Fix

Tiny swimming worms in lucky bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana) water are not bacteria (too small to see) but likely insect larvae. The fix is easy and harmless to the plant.

Weekly Maintenance

1. Dump all old water.
2. Rinse stems and container thoroughly.
3. Refill with fresh water (filtered or distilled preferred).
4. Repeat weekly or biweekly.

If worms persist, they may be inside the stems—rinse stems carefully during water changes. Regular water changes prevent buildup of organisms and keep the plant healthy long-term.