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Mosquito Fern

Azolla caroliniana, Salviniaceae

Zones
5–10
Layer
Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (tolerated)Full Sun (preferred)

Water

High

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Water SpinachIpomoea aquatica
Nitrogen Fixation
Water CloverMarsilea quadrifolia
Nitrogen FixationNutrient Accumulation
RiceOryza sativa
Nitrogen Fixation

Antagonistic Plants

Water LettucePistia stratiotes

Water lettuce can shade out mosquito fern and compete for surface nutrients needed for nitrogen fixation

Giant SalviniaSalvinia molesta

Both floating ferns compete intensely for surface area and light in warm water systems

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationWater Filtration

Common Questions

What zones does Mosquito Fern grow in?

Mosquito Fern grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 10.

Is Mosquito Fern a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Mosquito Fern is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Mosquito Fern?

Good companions for Mosquito Fern include Water Spinach, Water Clover, Rice.

Design guilds with Mosquito Fern and see companion relationships visually.

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