Floating Watermoss (Salvinia Natans) is a annual 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 4-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Salvinia natans is a small, free-floating aquatic fern forming mats on still or slow-moving freshwater bodies.

Floating Watermoss

Floating Watermoss

Salvinia Natans

Salvinia natans is a small, free-floating aquatic fern forming mats on still or slow-moving freshwater bodies.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic, fern
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, algae control, habitat provision

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Floating Watermoss

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
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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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Salviniaceae
Genus:Salvinia