Mexican Mosquito Fern (Azolla Microphylla) is a perennial aquatic, fern in the Salviniaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Azolla microphylla is a small floating aquatic fern known for forming dense mats on freshwater surfaces.

Mexican Mosquito Fern

Mexican Mosquito Fern

Azolla Microphylla

Azolla microphylla is a small floating aquatic fern known for forming dense mats on freshwater surfaces.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic, fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, erosion control, mosquito control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mexican Mosquito Fern

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Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Taxonomy

Family:Salviniaceae
Genus:Azolla