Enhance the natural beauty of your aquarium with Salvinia Natans, a popular floating plant that provides a lush, green canopy to your aquatic environment. Known for its ease of care and rapid growth, Salvinia Natans adds visual appeal and offers practical benefits, such as providing shade, reducing algae, and creating a natural habitat for fish and invertebrates.

Key Features:

• Attractive Appearance: Salvinia Natans features small, oval-shaped leaves that float on the water’s surface. The leaves are vibrant green with a slightly fuzzy texture, giving your tank a natural and serene look.
• Easy to Grow: This floating plant is incredibly low-maintenance and thrives in a wide range of water conditions, making it perfect for both beginner and experienced aquarists.
• Natural Shade and Shelter: Salvinia Natans provides shade for your fish, helping to reduce stress and create a more comfortable environment. It also serves as a refuge for fry and small invertebrates.
• Algae Control: Salvinia Natans reduces light penetration by covering the surface, which can help limit algae growth in your aquarium.
• Fast Growth: Salvinia Natans is known for its rapid growth, which quickly spreads across the surface of your tank. Regular trimming may be needed to keep it in check.

Care Requirements:

• Lighting: Moderate to high; this plant thrives under good lighting but can also adapt to low-light conditions.
• Water Parameters: pH 6.0-7.5, Temperature 64-82°F (18-28°C)
• Nutrients: While not demanding, Salvinia Natans will benefit from nutrient-rich water and occasional fertilization to support its rapid growth.
• Maintenance: Regularly thin out the plant to prevent it from covering the entire surface, allowing enough light to reach submerged plants.

Benefits:

• Improves Water Quality: Salvinia Natans absorbs excess nutrients from the water, which helps maintain water quality and prevent algae outbreaks.
• Oxygenation: This plant plays a role in the oxygenation of the water, contributing to a healthier tank environment.
• Natural Aesthetic: Salvinia Natans adds a natural, wild look to your aquarium, mimicking the conditions of freshwater habitats.

Package Includes:

• A portion of Salvinia Natans (Healthy and Pest-Free)

Ideal For:

• Aquarists looking to add a low-maintenance floating plant
• Tanks with fish that prefer shaded areas
• Providing shelter for fry and small aquatic creatures