Aponogeton crispus in jar

Aponogeton crispus of Sri Lanka is perfect in any aquarium with its clear, wavy and transparent green leaves. Leaves of 25-50 cm and the plant grows up to 15-25 cm wide.

It requires few demands, although growth is always the best in fresh water, slightly acidic with a nutrient background. In such conditions the plant produces a mass of leaves and flowers very frequently in optimal conditions. Aponogeton crispus is generally found in ponds that are only filled with water during the rainy season, but does not need a dormant period in the aquarium.

Information about the plant

Genre: Bulb / onion

Origin: Asia

Country or continent where a plant is the most common. The cultivars are born or raised in cultivation.

Growth rate:

Growth rate of the plant compared to other aquatic plants.

Height: 20 - 30+

Average plant height (cm) after two months in the tank.

Question of light: average

The average or average light requirement of an aquarium plant is 0.5 W / L.

CO2:

An average CO2 requirement is 6-14 mg / L. A high demand for CO2 is about 15-25 mg / L.