Salvinia Natans is a big version of Salvinia Minima. With a broad leaf when growing in medium, high light, and a smaller leaf when growing in low light. It's a species of aquatic, floating fern that floats on the surface of still waterways. It is usually referred to as common Salvinia or water spangles. Salvinia Natans have short roots and native to South America, Mesoamerica, and the West Indies. Best to grow them in partial shade and not direct sunlight. It grows quickly and very good for small fishes.  Sold as small portion Approx. 2" x 2" in size Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, pesticides, grow emerged, or submerge.  Scientific Name Salvinia Natans Common Name Water Spangles Plant Type Floating Plants Placement Float on top of the water's surface CO2 Not required Growth Rates Fast Difficulty Level Easy Nutrient Substrate Not required Can it grow emerged? Yes with moist soil Lighting Requirements Medium - High Attention! This plant is known as an invasive species in Texas. Please do not order if you are in Texas. Please do not release plants or animals into the wild as it may cause substantial harm to local ecosystems.