Island life: Floating freely

These floating purple water hyacinths send out thick roots into the tropical fish tank below, without needing to be rooted in anything. (Laurie sigel/Community contributor)
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These floating purple water hyacinths send out thick roots into the tropical fish tank below, without needing to be rooted in anything. (Laurie sigel/Community contributor)