Salvinia Natans

Description

Two nickel-sized leaves of Salvinia Natans are spread on the surface of the water, and the third is under water, acting as a root. Flotation is made possible by the air sacs inside the leaves. Cuticular papillae on the surface of the leaves prevent water from interfering with the function of the leaves and protect them from decay. Spore cases are formed at the base of the plant for reproduction.

The leaves of Salvinia Natans prevent sunlight from reaching the water. It is helpful for many freshwater fish and provides safe havens for breeding, but can interfere with the photosynthesis of many underwater plants. Without ecological competition, they can eventually cover entire ponds and lakes without starving other plants.

Difficulty: Easy

Light Requirements: Low

Growth Rate: High

Tank Placement: Foreground

This aquatic plants are priced on the basis of individual plant.

Note:

The displayed image is for illustration purpose only and is of submersed grown plants in aquariums under optimum plant growing conditions. Depending on the variety, plants sent are grown in an aquarium in immersed or submersed conditions. Hence, plant/leaf structures may vary from those shown in pictures. When they are grown in an aquarium under optimum growing conditions as required by the plant (light, co2 and nutrients), they will get the appearance as shown in pictures