Water Spangles
Salvinia minima
Familia : Salviniaceae
PlantaAgua dulcefloating
Small floating fern with round hairy leaves, very easy to grow.
Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor
Descripción
Salvinia minima forms rosettes of floating leaves 1-2 cm. Leaves are oval, covered with hydrophobic hairs. It has no roots, but modified submerged fronds. It multiplies quickly by division. It provides good cover for fry and reduces nitrates. In aquariums, it can cover the surface if not controlled.
Hábitat
Región :
Still waters, lakes, marshes
Distribución :
Parámetros recomendados
Temperatura20–28 °C
pH6–8
GH2–15 °dGH
KH1–10 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 30 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 3 mg/L
CO₂
≤ 0 mg/L
Luz
Baja
Cuidado
Dificultad
1/5
Dieta
Fotosintético
Tanque mín.
10 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
2 cm
Esperanza de vida
2 años
Temperamento
Pacífico
Propagación
Notas de cuidado
Parameters: temperature 20-28°C, pH 6-8, GH 2-15, KH 1-10. Low to moderate lighting (0.3-0.5 W/L). No CO2 needed. Fast growth, remove excess regularly. Compatible with all fish. Minimum tank volume 10 L. Avoid strong currents. Can be used in outdoor ponds in summer.