Aquarium plant

Salvinia oblongifolia

FloatingFloating plant

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Plant overview

Salvinia oblongifolia is a floating plant for floating planting. Recorded care includes easy care and medium light and none CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 24–28 °C, pH 5–8, KH 0–21 °dKH, CO₂ –4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementFloating
  • GrowthFloating plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2None

Water conditions

Temperature
24–28 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
0–21 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Salviniaceae
Genus
Salvinia

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FAQ

Where should Salvinia oblongifolia be planted?

Use it for floating planting.

What light does Salvinia oblongifolia need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Salvinia oblongifolia?

Temperature: 24–28 °C.