Thai crinum
Crinum thaianum
Family : Amaryllidaceae
PlantFreshwaterbulbe
Aquatic bulb plant from Thailand with long wavy green leaves, suitable for large aquariums.
Popularity
Easy plant
standard lighting, few requirements
Availability
Specialty onlyShop availability
IUCN Status
NE
Not Evaluated
Description
Crinum thaianum is an aquatic bulb plant from Thailand. Its leaves are long, ribbon-like and wavy, reaching up to 1 meter. The bulb is large and should be partially planted. It produces emergent white flowers. Slow growth. Prefers soft to moderately hard water. It is smaller than Crinum natans but still imposing.
Habitat
Region :
Freshwater rivers and lakes
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Temperature22–28 °C
pH6–7.5
GH2–12 °dGH
KH2–8 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 2 mg/L
CO₂
≤ 30 mg/L
Light
High
Care
Difficulty
2/5
Diet
Photosynthetic
Min. tank
80 L
Min. group
1
Adult size
100 cm
Lifespan
5 years
Temperament
Peaceful
Propagation
Bulb division
Care notes
Temperature 22-28°C, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 2-12, KH 2-8. Moderate to high lighting. CO2 recommended. Rich substrate. Minimum tank 80L. Background plant. Propagation by bulb division. Compatible with peaceful fish.
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