Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Salviniales
Genus:
Species:
filiculoides
ID:
1110282

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
tro

Year:
1783

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 1: 343 (1783)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001109620

Common Names

  • Azolla Filiculoides
  • Red Azolla
  • Red Waterfern

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Description

Azolla filiculoides (also called fairy moss, among many other common names) is a floating aquatic fern native to North America. It is found in slow-moving or still water, such as ponds and lakes. It has small, round leaves with a velvety texture and is often used in aquariums and water gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Azolla filiculoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a natural fertilizer for paddy fields.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Azolla filiculoides sub. cristata (Kaulf.) Fraser-Jenk.
Azolla filiculoides sub. filiculoides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Azolla filiculoides has small, floating, green leaves that are divided into two parts. The flowers are small and inconspicuous, and the seeds are tiny and black. Seedlings are small and green, and the leaves are divided into two parts.

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Where to Find Azolla filiculoides

Azolla filiculoides is native to temperate regions of the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia.