Salvinia minima

Info

The species name minima already gives it away - it is a small floating fern species from Central and South America. The floating leaves are usually roundish and are between 1 cm and 2.5 cm in size. The floating stems can reach a size of 8 to 10 cm, after which they usually break apart. Salvinia minima is an easy-care plant and is ideal for preventing algae. It can also be used as an indicator plant for nutrients in the water. Smaller, light green leaves are a sure sign of a lack of nutrients.

 

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Plant profile

Genus: Salvinia
Species: minima
Family: Salviniaceae
Origin: South America
Light: high - medium
Temperature: 18-30°C
Growth rate: fast
Area: Supporting plants
Height: 2-4 cm
pH: 5-8
Water hardness: very soft to very hard
Co2: 10 - 40 mg/l
Propagation: division