betta fish hydroponic plants Water Spangles (Salvinia minima) for Betta Fish

betta fish hydroponic plants Water Spangles (Salvinia minima) for Betta FishSalvinia minima Scientific Name: Salvinia minima Common Names: Salvinia, Water Spangles A low tech aquarium plant ideal for absorbing excess nutrients in the Botanical Method, Blackwater, or Biotope Aquarium. Commonly utilized in Betta fish tanks to provide cover and reduce jumping, this floating plant from South America is ideal for all species of fish. The long, intricate roots create an ideal habitat for shrimp breeding, providing necessary cover

Salvinia minima

Scientific Name:  Salvinia minima

Common Names: Salvinia, Water Spangles 

A low-tech aquarium plant ideal for absorbing excess nutrients in the Botanical Method, Blackwater, or Biotope Aquarium. Commonly utilized in Betta fish tanks to provide cover and reduce jumping, this floating plant from South America is ideal for all species of fish. The long, intricate roots create an ideal habitat for shrimp breeding, providing necessary cover from predation and surface area for biofilm grazing. 

You will receive one portion of salvinia. One portion is equivalent to 10+ leaves. One portion is a good start for a 10-gallon aquarium. 

Caring for Salvinia Minima in Blackwater Aquariums

Care: Easy

Light: Medium-High

CO2: Not Necessary 

Propagation: From side shoots

Tint Tolerance: Low to High, floating plants are not impacted by the levels of tannins in the aquarium.

Native Habitat: Central and South America

All Plants may contain snails or snail eggs. We keep them in all of our tanks for the benefits they provide. Our blackwater aquarium plants are provided by H2OPlants in adherence to their Shipping and DOA Policies. Your curated selection will arrive in their packaging separate from your botanical & merch orders.