Salvinia Natans

Add a touch of natural beauty and functionality to your aquarium or pond with Salvinia natans. This free-floating aquatic fern is known for its small, oval-shaped leaves covered in delicate water-repellent hairs, giving it a velvety appearance. Its fast-growing nature makes it perfect for providing shade, reducing algae growth, and creating a natural habitat for fish and shrimp.

 [ Each order includes a healthy portion approximately enough to fill a 4” x5” bag] 

Key Features:

• Easy to Grow: Ideal for beginners and experienced aquarists alike. Thrives in most freshwater environments.

• Natural Algae Control: Provides shade, limiting excess light and helping prevent algae blooms.

• Oxygenation & Filtration: Improves water quality by absorbing excess nutrients.

• Aesthetic Appeal: Creates a lush, green floating cover, enhancing the visual appeal of your tank or pond.

Care Requirements:

• Lighting: Moderate to high. More light encourages faster growth.

• Water Temperature: 64°F – 86°F (18°C – 30°C).

• pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5.

• Growth Rate: Fast. Requires occasional thinning to prevent overgrowth.

Perfect For:

• Aquariums (freshwater)

• Ponds and water gardens

• Shrimp and nano tanks

• Aquascaping projects

Shipping Information:

• Shipped fresh and healthy in a protective, moisture-retaining package.