Salvinia Live Floating Aquarium & Pond Plant

Salvinia is a popular live floating aquatic plant valued for its fast growth, natural filtration abilities, and ease of care. It forms soft, green clusters across the water's surface, helping to improve water quality while providing shade and shelter for fish and invertebrates.

This floating plant is suitable for freshwater aquariums, ponds, paludariums, and breeding tanks, making it a versatile choice for hobbyists of all experience levels.

Key Features

• Live floating freshwater plant
• Rapid growth and surface coverage
• Helps absorb excess nutrients
• Provides shade and reduces surface algae
• Excellent cover for fry, shrimp, and shy fish

Aquarium & Pond Benefits

Natural Filtration
Salvinia absorbs nitrates and excess nutrients directly from the water, helping to maintain cleaner and more stable conditions.

Algae Control
By competing for nutrients and shading the water surface, Salvinia naturally limits algae growth.

Fish & Invertebrate Shelter
Its floating leaves and root structures create hiding and breeding areas, reducing stress for aquatic life.

Oxygen Support
Contributes to healthier water conditions when used as part of a balanced planted system.

Care Requirements

Lighting
Low to moderate lighting. Strong lighting may increase growth rate.

Water Temperature
65-85°F (18-29°C)

Water Flow
Low to moderate flow recommended. Strong surface agitation may disrupt growth.

CO₂
Not required

Maintenance
Remove excess growth regularly to prevent complete surface coverage.

Placement & Use

• Floating on the water surface
• Ideal for aquariums, ponds, shrimp tanks, and breeding setups
• Can be easily removed or thinned as needed

Skill Level

Beginner-friendly

Important Notes

• Fast-growing plant - regular thinning recommended
• Excess surface coverage may reduce light to submerged plants
• Leaf size and appearance may vary naturally
• Species may vary depending on availability

Why Choose Salvinia?

✔ Extremely easy to maintain
✔ Improves water quality naturally
✔ Provides shelter and shade
✔ Great for fry and shrimp tanks
✔ Suitable for aquariums and ponds

At Canton Aquatics LLC, we take great pride in providing high-quality live aquarium plants to our customers. We understand the complexities involved in shipping live plants and are committed to ensuring they arrive at your doorstep in excellent condition.

Shipping Process:

• All live plants are shipped using USPS Standard and Priority Mail to provide the fastest and most reliable service.
• Plants are typically shipped Monday - Friday to avoid weekend delays.
• Each plant is carefully packaged in sealed plastic bags to hold in moisture during the shipping process.

DOA (Dead on Arrival) Policy:

• If you receive plants that are dead on arrival, please contact us within 2 hours of delivery with clear photographic evidence.
• Upon receipt of the photos, we will assess the situation. If the plants are determined to be DOA, we will replace or provide refund.
• For a valid DOA claim, replacements or refunds will be processed within 2 business days after the claim is approved.
• Please keep in mind that all plants require sun light to live therefore your plants may arrive slightly yellow.  Please float your plants at the top of your tank near the light for 3 days if applicable.  They will enjoy this new added light intensity to help them recover.

Limitations and Responsibilities:

• The DOA policy is only applicable if the first delivery attempt is made within the shipping duration specified at the time of purchase.
• Delays due to incorrect shipping information provided by the customer or missed deliveries will void the DOA guarantee.
• Extreme weather conditions can impact the health of the plants in transit. We recommend checking the weather forecasts and choosing a shipping window accordingly.
• It is the responsibility of the customer to acclimate the plants to their new environment according to best practices. Our DOA policy does not cover plants that perish due to improper acclimation.

Cancellation and Changes:

• Orders can only be cancelled or changed before they are shipped. Once the order is in transit, we cannot accept cancellations or changes.

Customer Support:

• If you have any questions or concerns regarding our shipping policy or the condition of your plants upon arrival, please contact our customer support team at [Contact Information].

By placing an order with Canton Aquatics LLC, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this shipping policy.

Please be sure to check the regulations in your state regarding restricted plants. Our policy is to avoid shipping any plants that are prohibited in your area to ensure compliance and environmental safety. It's important not to introduce plants into the wild or waterways, as this could disrupt local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.

We appreciate your efforts in helping to protect the environment. For the latest updates, you can consult the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.

Thank you for your dedication to preserving our natural habitats.