Azolla Floating Aquarium / Pond Plants

Season of Interest

All

Climate

Aquatic

Plant Type

Water, pond, aquarium, floating

A beautiful and historic add to any water garden is Azolla, also known as Fairy Moss. Scientists have gathered ice cores in Antarctica with Azolla - this plant has literally been around for ages! Worried about plant care? Not with these! This set it and forget it floating plant creates a beautiful carpet on the water surface and provides hiding and breeding areas for many varieties of fish. In full sun/light, Azolla turns a vibrant red color (see photos) which quickly reverts back to a lush green in low-to-mid light conditions. An easy plant to have in outdoor ponds or indoor aquariums, this floating fern establishes well. Excess trimmings are wonderful compost as well that make wonderful soil for future planted tanks. Features: • Scientific Name: Azolla • Common Name: Fairy Moss • Growth Rate: Fast • Light Requirements: Low to high (color varies based on light) • CO2: Not required, low/no tech • Temperature Range: 59-86°F (15-30°C) • Water Conditions: pH 5.5-7.5, soft to moderately hard water • Size: 1 cup portions • Azolla may contain local snails or medaka (rice fish) eggs • Duckweed free! Care: • Place directly on the water surface • Azolla can get 2cm thick! Remove excess to prevent overcrowding, composting or feeding to homestead chickens/ducks is a local favorite 😊 $5 for a cup, $10 for 2 heaping cups. I provide cups with lid to transport home - please plan to keep cups upright during transport so water doesn’t leak out. Best to transfer into water when possible (within 5 days) but is very hardy through heat and freezing.