Giant Salvinia
Salvinia biloba
- Native to:
- Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Pteridophyta | - Ferns
- Family:
- Salviniaceae
- Genus:
- Salvinia
- Species:
- Salvinia biloba
- USDA Symbol:
- SABI9
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 3 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- fish, waterfowl, aquatic invertebrates
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- nutrient-rich, waterlogged, organic soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- tolerates poor drainage
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- Commonly found in slow-moving or stagnant water bodies