Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Salviniales
Genus:
Species:
molesta
ID:
1111434

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Mitch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Brit. Fern Gaz. 10: 251 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001110772

Common Names

  • Salvinia molesta
  • Giant Salvinia
  • Kariba Weed

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Uses & Benefits

Salvinia molesta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a water purifier.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvinia molesta is a small, green flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, with two leaflets arranged in a cross shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvinia molesta is a hardy, floating aquatic fern native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers a warm, sunny location and can be grown in containers or in a pond. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate standing water.

Where to Find Salvinia molesta

Salvinia molesta is native to South America and can be found in moist forests and woodlands.

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