Flaming Red Azolla

Portion Size

You will receive at least 30 plants. 

Description

Azolla, also known as Fairy moss , Duckweed fern and Mosquito fern, is an Australian native plant. Azolla is the ultimate floating plant, and the fastest growing of all other floaters. This species can handle higher temperatures than duckweed. Under higher lighting, the leaves of Azolla will turn a beautiful red colour. 

Azolla prefers a still surface to grow on, and great for preventing mosquitos from breeding. Great for any goldfish. Azolla is the ultimate food for goldfish and other livestock. This floater gets about three as big as normal Duckweed and will develop red and purple colours in the leaves under higher lighting. 

Quick Stats

• Scientific Name: Azolla Filiculoides
• Care Level: Easy
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Tank Placement: Floats on water surface 
• Lighting Requirement: will thrive in low to bright light
• Ideal Temperature: 70°-86°F (10°-30°C)
• pH: 5-8
• CO2: No
• Substrate: No

Flaming Red Azolla, also known as Azolla caroliniana, is a unique and captivating floating plant that adds a pop of vibrant red color to any aquascape. It consists of tiny, floating fern-like leaves that form dense mats on the water's surface, providing shade and cover for aquatic life beneath.

To cultivate Flaming Red Azolla successfully, provide it with moderate to high lighting conditions. This plant thrives in nutrient-rich water and benefits from regular fertilization. It can tolerate a wide range of water temperatures and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor setups. However, it is important to keep the water surface free from debris to allow sufficient light penetration. It reproduces rapidly, so occasional thinning of the mat is necessary to prevent overgrowth and ensure proper oxygen exchange.