Product Overview
Azolla Mosquito Fern, also known as Water Velvet or Fairy Moss, is a fast-growing floating aquatic plant ideal for ponds, aquariums, and water features. This live fern forms a dense green or sometimes reddish mat on the water surface, providing natural coverage and enhancing the visual appeal of your water garden.
Key Features
- Fast-growing floating plant for quick water surface coverage
- Helps shade water and reduce algae growth
- Suitable for aquariums, ponds, and container water gardens
- Assists with natural nitrogen fixation
- Soft, velvety texture adds a unique visual effect
What You’ll Receive
- 1 cup of live Azolla Mosquito Fern
- Fresh, healthy floating portions ready to place in water
- May arrive green or with reddish tones depending on conditions
Care Instructions
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water: Floating plant, no planting required
- pH: Prefers 4.5 to 7
- Climate: Best in warm, temperate to tropical conditions
- Growth: Spreads quickly across still or slow-moving water
Growth & Benefits
- Reduces sunlight penetration to limit algae growth
- Provides shelter for fish and aquatic life
- Improves the natural balance of your water feature
Important Notes
- Best suited for outdoor ponds or controlled aquariums
- Fast spreader; manage by removing excess plants
- Not recommended for natural waterways; avoid releasing into the wild