Salvinia is a genus of fast-growing floating aquatic ferns prized for their ability to create a lush green cover on ponds, aquariums, and water gardens. These free-floating plants form delicate mats on the water surface, with pairs of oval leaves that are water-repellent due to their fine hair-like structures. Beneath the surface, modified leaf-like roots help absorb nutrients and provide habitat for aquatic life.
Salvinia is valued for its role in natural filtration, as it helps reduce algae growth by shading the water and absorbing excess nutrients. It also provides shelter for fish and invertebrates, making it a useful addition to aquascapes and pond ecosystems.
Salvinia | Floating Water Fern - (1 Gallon servings)
Care Guide
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Light: Thrives in bright, indirect sunlight or under aquarium grow lights.
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Water: Best in still or slow-moving freshwater. Avoid strong currents.
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Nutrients: Benefits from nutrient-rich water or occasional liquid fertilizer in aquariums.
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Growth: Rapid spread; may need thinning to prevent overgrowth.
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- Natural pond/aquarium filter that reduces algae.
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Provides shade and shelter for aquatic life.
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Attractive, fast-growing floating greenery.
