Care Guide

Azolla, Mosquito fern

Azolla Caroliniana

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Care at a Glance

Lighting

Growth Rate

Growth Form

Placement

True Aquatic

Available As

Bare root & XL portion

About This Plant

Azolla caroliniana, also known as mosquito fern, is a floating, aquatic fern native to the North, South, & Central America. It is a free-floating fern measuring less than ½ inch across. Newer leaves are gray green, but can turn rusty-red, especially in winter. It spreads vegetatively and can quickly form large, floating mats.This little fern is also useful as a floating plant in aquariums, where it can provide good cover for fry or for jumpy fish.

Care Requirements

Floater

Native To

North, South, & Central America

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