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Salvinia (Salvinia minima)

Salvinia

Salvinia minima

freshwatereasy to keepFloatinglow lightfast growthrestricted in some states

Hairy leaves repel water; keep surface flow calm.

Texas prohibits all Salvinia; several other Salvinia species are federal noxious weeds, so buy from a seller who labels it S. minima. Check your state's rules before buying, and never put aquarium plants in a pond, ditch or waterway.

Height when grown
0.5–1 in
Where it goes
Floating
Temperature
64–82 °F
pH
6–7.5
Start a freshwater build to add this

Where to buy it

$7Buce PlantSearch Amazonprices checked 2026-09-17

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Grows in the same conditions

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Care ranges are typical hobby guidance and vary by source and by where the animal came from. Ask your supplier and watch your own tank. Spot a mistake on this page? Let me know.