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Azolla caroliniana is a small aquatic fern belonging to the Salviniaceae family, characterized by its tiny size and dynamic behavior in aquatic environments. This floating plant presents unique characteristics that make it particularly interesting for pond and water garden setups.
Azolla caroliniana is therefore a fascinating and useful plant, but one that requires careful management to prevent it from becoming invasive. Its ability to multiply rapidly makes it both a resource and a potential risk for the aquatic ecosystem.
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Type of plant: Hardy
Plant size: Small
Depth: 0 cm.
Flower type and color: na
Leaf spread: 0,5-1,0 meter
Flowering: na
Characteristics and comment: Azolla caroliniana is a small aquatic fern belonging to the Salviniaceae family, characterized by its tiny size and dynamic behavior in aquatic environments. This floating plant presents unique characteristics that make it particularly interesting for pond and water garden setups.
Main characteristics:
1. Morphological Description
- Extremely small, typically not exceeding 2-3 cm in diameter
- Color ranging from light green to reddish-brown depending on environmental conditions
- Composed of delicate, thin "fronds" forming a floating mat
2. Habitat and Growth
- Thrives in stagnant or slow-moving waters
- Develops optimally in temperatures between 15-25°C
- Grows rapidly under favorable conditions, multiplying through budding
3. Aquatic Ecosystem Benefits
- Ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen through symbiosis with cyanobacteria
- Provides shelter and reproduction zones for small aquatic organisms
- Contributes to water oxygenation and water quality improvement
4. Ornamental Uses
- Ideal for decorating garden ponds
- Creates an aesthetic effect of green or reddish carpet on water surface
- Particularly appreciated in water garden and pond installations
5. Critical Aspects to Monitor
- Can multiply extremely quickly, risking complete water surface coverage
- Requires periodic checks to prevent excessive proliferation
- Should be manually removed when covering more than 30-40% of the surface
Precautions and Management:
- Regularly remove excess plants
- Avoid introducing into natural water courses
- Maintain balance with other aquatic species
Azolla caroliniana is therefore a fascinating and useful plant, but one that requires careful management to prevent it from becoming invasive. Its ability to multiply rapidly makes it both a resource and a potential risk for the aquatic ecosystem.
Additional Notes:
- Ideal for decorative purposes in controlled environments
- Requires careful monitoring and maintenance
- Not recommended for uncontrolled natural water systems
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Azolla caroliniana is a small aquatic fern belonging to the Salviniaceae family, characterized by its tiny size and dynamic behavior in aquatic environments. This floating plant presents unique characteristics that make it particularly interesting for pond and water garden setups.
Azolla caroliniana is therefore a fascinating and useful plant, but one that requires careful management to prevent it from becoming invasive. Its ability to multiply rapidly makes it both a resource and a potential risk for the aquatic ecosystem.
