Description
Product Description:
Qty: (1) 4 oz cup
Salvinia is a small floating pond plant and is well suited for container water gardens or small ponds. Salvinia is a fern, much like Azolla. The velvety leaves are pale green and 1/4 inch in diameter. Also known as "Cat's Tongue" or Water Spangles. Koi like to nibble on Salvinia, although it is not one of their favorite foods. Best to grow them in partial shade and not direct sunlight. It grows quickly and is very good for small fish. It is stemless, and the leaves underwater are modified into root-like structures. Salvinia's leaves are two small lobes that whorl opposite of each other to create an oblong shape. Usually its fronds have two leaves above the surface and one below. The leaves are light-medium green. In a mature plant, you might see brown around the edges of the leaves. Salvinia can be found free-floating or in mud.
Scientific Name: Salvinia (Salvinia Minima)
Hardiness Zone: 10-11
Common name: Water Spangles, Cat's Tongue, Water Spangles
CO2: Not Required
Growth Rates: Fast
Difficulty Level: Beginner
Nutrient Substrate: Not Required
Lighting Requirements: Low-Medium
SALVINIA CANNOT BE SHIPPED TO THE FOLLOWING STATES: TEXAS, LOUISIANA.
Salvinia (Salvinia Minima) is regulated in some states. - Please never release these plants into public lakes or waterways. Please know your state laws when ordering pond plants.