How long will they stay alive? I am shippping to Africa and it will take 5 days before itgets received there.

It will stay alive for 5 days but will take a long time to "bounce back" and will smell really bad. However, you said that you are shipping "To" Africa, which sounds like it will have to first go to Customs. Customs can take up to 3 months and it would be very dead by then.

Nowhere in this listing do you say what you are selling (number? Volume?) nor what you live guarantee is (and for that shipping price there better be)

I ship 10-15 plants in one order. Delivery from Europe in working 3 days UPS EXPRESS MAIL

How are you allowed to send live plants into the USA?

Plants are allowed to be sent from Europe to the United States of America by attaching a phytosanitary certificate for US customs to the parcel.

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Azolla filiculoides (Water Velvet) - Live Aquarium Plant

Product ID: 166127958

Details

Brand
AquaPlants
Color
Red
Expected Blooming Period
Spring to
Indoor/Outdoor Usage
Outdoor
Material Feature
Organic
Product Care Instructions
Water

🌿Fast-growing aquatic fern

🔥Color shifts to rusty red in bright light

🛡️Water-repelling velvety leaves

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Description

🌊 Elevate your aquarium with nature’s velvet touch—don’t let your tank miss out!

DYNAMIC COLOR SHIFT - Experience seasonal vibrancy as the plant turns a striking rusty red under warm, bright conditions.
PET FRIENDLY ORGANIC - Safe for aquatic pets and sustainably sourced, making your aquarium both stylish and responsible.
RAPID FLOATING MAT FORMATION - Watch your aquarium surface transform with a lush, fast-spreading green velvet carpet.
EFFORTLESS CARE ADAPTABILITY - Thrives in moderate to bright light, pH 5.0-7.0, and temperatures from 59°F to 79°F—perfect for busy plant lovers.
VELVETY WATER REPELLENT LEAVES - Tiny hairs create a unique fuzzy texture that naturally repels water, adding a tactile dimension to your aquatic setup.

Azolla filiculoides (Water Velvet) is a fast-growing, floating aquatic fern known for its fuzzy, water-repellent leaves and ability to form dense mats on water surfaces. It thrives in moderate to bright light and prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH and mild temperatures. This pet-friendly, organic plant adds dynamic color shifts from green to rusty red, making it a standout addition to any outdoor or indoor aquatic environment.

Specifications

ASIN	B0817DQ8FX
Best Sellers Rank	#23,409 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #44 in Live Aquarium Plants
Brand	AquaPlants
Brand Name	AquaPlants
Color	Red
Customer Reviews	2.1 out of 5 stars 81 Reviews
Expected Blooming Period	Spring to Summer
Expected Plant Height	25 Centimeters
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor Usage	Outdoor
Manufacturer	Water Plants
Material Feature	Organic
Material Features	Organic
Moisture Needs	Moderate Watering
Number of Pieces	10
Other Special Features of the Product	Pet Friendly
Plant or Animal Product Type	azolla
Product Care Instructions	Water
Soil Type	Sandy Soil
Special Feature	Pet Friendly
Sunlight Exposure	Full Sun, Partial Shade
USDA Hardiness Zone	5
Unit Count	1 Count

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