Azolla Caroliniana ‘Fairy Moss’ Portion

Azolla caroliniana, commonly known as Fairy Moss, is a charming floating fern loved for its delicate, feathery leaves and ever-changing colors. Its tiny overlapping fronds form a soft, velvety mat across the water’s surface, shifting from bright green to deep red depending on light intensity and nutrient levels. This beautiful plant adds a natural, tranquil touch to aquariums, ponds, and paludariums while helping to control algae and improve water quality.

Fairy Moss grows quickly under good lighting and provides excellent shade and cover for fish, shrimp, and fry. It’s ideal for aquarists who enjoy a self-sustaining ecosystem, as it helps absorb excess nutrients from the water. While it thrives in still or slow-moving water, gentle surface movement can help prevent it from clustering too densely.

• Scientific Name: Azolla caroliniana
• Family: Salviniaceae
• Growth Form: Floating fern
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Lighting Requirements: Moderate to High
• CO₂ Requirement: Not required
• Tank Placement: Surface (floating plant)
• Temperature Range: 64–82°F (18–28°C)
• pH Range: 6.0–7.5
• Max Size: Individual fronds ¼–½ inch wide
• Care Level: Easy
• Native Region: North and South America

Why You’ll Love It:

• Adds a soft, natural floating layer to aquariums or ponds
• Beautiful color variation from green to red with strong light
• Excellent for nutrient absorption and algae control
• Provides shade, shelter, and grazing surfaces for shrimp and fry
• Fast-growing and easy to manage in most freshwater setups
• Creates a peaceful, fairy-like appearance on the water’s surface
• 2 oz Cup Portion Full of Fairy Moss