This floating plant is very suitable for large aquariums with a correspondingly large space above the surface of the water: the salad does not like a cover slip and stagnant, too warm air. As a plant living on the surface of water, he is exceptionally light-loving. Soft water, as well as the tropical temperature in the water column and on the surface (20 - 30 ° C) fully satisfy its requirements. The roots of the plant provide a whole series of fish with cozy shady corners and shelters. The appearance of these roots also plays an important role: the aquarium becomes like an islet of primeval, wild nature. Lying on the surface of the water and leaving, tapering down, pale green leaves reach a height of 5 to 15 cm. The water salad forms the shoots , on which further young plant , also floating. Small shoots are very sensitive to moisture, and if the top is too hot, they can dry out.