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Salvinia Natans

$6.99 USD
Usually ships in 1-2 business days from our fulfillment center
READ ME: Our aquarium plants vary in growth forms and will require time to transition to submerged or emersed conditions. We do our best to clean and inspect all plants prior to shipping but do not guarantee them to be snail free unless tissue culture is purchased.

Tissue culture plants are cultivated in sterile lab settings ensuring your plant is free from pests, snails and algae! These are young specimen that are grown in emersed forms. Gel should always be removed prior to planting.

Live plants are susceptible to stress and damage from transit. - This may appear in the form of minimal melt, leaf loss, cosmetic damage, etc. Refunds or replacements will not be issued for plants with viable root systems or that die out of our care.

Salvinia Natans is a unique aquarium and pond floating plant that features pocket-like leaves. Unlike other similar floating aquatic plants, Salvinia Natans does not have long roots that reach into the water. In addition, this Salvina can eventually grow into thick mats that will cover the entire top of an aquarium and block out light from above. Just like other aquarium and pond floating plants, this aids in the prevention of algae growth. Due to its unique look, shorter root structure, and growth rate, Salvina Natans is perfect for low light aquariums and paludariums.

Salvinia Natans Floating Aquatic Plant For Planted Aquariums and Ponds


Common Name
Floating Fern
Water Moss
Water Butterfly Wings
Care Easy
Lighting Low to Medium 
CO2 Optional
Suggested Placement Surface 
Propagation Divide
Growth Rate Fast 
Height -

Floating Aquatic Plant Care & Information

Caring for floating aquarium plants—like Azolla, Salvinia, Frogbit, Red Root Floaters, Water Lettuce or Duckweed—comes down to balancing light, nutrients, water movement, and routine maintenance. Here are some tips to help you get started!

How much light do floating plants need?

Most floating plants do best with high light. In most setups, moderate to high lighting from quality LED fixtures works best. Aim for an average of 8–10 hours of light per day. Be mindful—too much lighting can cause algae blooms and increase competition for nutrients.

Do floaters need fertilizers?

Floating aquatic plants offer a great source of natural filtration and help absorb nutrients. Supplementing with a liquid fertilizer that contains nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium, and micronutrients like iron and magnesium can support healthy growth in nutrient-deficient tanks. If you’re unsure, signs of nutrient deficiency include stunted growth and yellowing leaves.

Maintenance and water flow

Floating plants are fast-growing and will require regular thinning to ensure submerged plants receive light. Remove dead or decaying leaves to maintain water quality. Provide your floaters with gentle flow—strong surface agitation can cause damage. If needed, consider adjusting your filter’s output or use a baffle to diffuse the circulation.

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Shipping, Returns and Refunds

Shipping
Orders are typically processed within 1-2 business days M-F. However, additional time may be required during peak seasons and federal holidays. For orders containing live plants, we exercise extra caution and assess factors such as travel distance and weather to ensure safe transit.

To avoid delays, please ensure all order information is accurate and complete. We cannot offer refunds and are not responsible for orders shipped to incorrect addresses due to errors in provided information. Once an order has been shipped, delivery times are determined by the carrier and are outside of our control. On average, shipments arrive within 2–5 business days, excluding weekends and holidays. For more information, please visit our FAQ page.

Returns
If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery. Approved returns must be shipped back within 14 days of approval. Returned items must be unused, unopened, and in their original packaging. Specific return requirements, if applicable, will be listed on the product’s page. For more information, please visit our FAQ page.

Refunds
No worries, we’ll take care of everything as long as it fits the guidelines above.Most answers to general questions can be found on our FAQ page.