Red azolla, Water fern
Azolla pinnata
Family: Salviniaceae
What it is like
A water fern. It is a small plant that grows in water. The stems are densely divided with leaves less than 1 mm long.
Also put in the family Azollaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Asia, Australia, Central African Republic, CAR, China, East Africa, Madagascar, New Zealand, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Possibly edible
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ramilamina