Care specifications
| Type | Floating |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Light | Low (20–100 µmol PAR) |
| CO2 | Not needed |
| Fertilizer demand | Low |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Max height | 1 in |
| Spread | 2 in |
| Placement | Floating |
| Attaches to hardscape | No |
| Snail & shrimp safe | Yes |
| Temperature | 64–82 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 |
| Color | Green |
| Trimming | Regular |
| Styles | Jungle, Biotope, Nature |
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Propagation
It multiplies by fragmentation; the floating fronds branch and split into new plants on their own.
Frequently asked questions
Is Salvinia natans legal to own in the United States?
It depends on your state. The genus Salvinia includes federally regulated noxious weeds, and several states restrict or ban Salvinia species, so confirm your local regulations before buying and dispose of trimmings in the trash, never outdoors.
Why are my Salvinia leaves turning brown or sinking?
Usually it is overhead condensation or water droplets defeating the leaf's water-repellent hairs, often from a tight lid or splashy filter return. Improve airflow above the surface and avoid wetting the leaves, and dose a little fertilizer if growth is also pale.
Salvinia Natans appears in
- Aquarium plants that grow in low light
- Floating plants for aquariums
- Aquarium plants that don't need CO2
- Aquarium plants that stay under 3 inches
- Aquarium plants for nano tanks
- Snail-safe aquarium plants
- Fast-growing aquarium plants
- Aquarium plants for beginners
- Aquarium plants for betta tanks
- Plants for jungle-style aquascapes
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