Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Salviniaceae

Genus:

Salvinia

Species:

Salvinia molesta

USDA Symbol:

SAMO5

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual | Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

3 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

waterfowl, fish habitat

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-rich, organic, waterlogged soil

pH:

5.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

thrives in slow-moving or still water bodies