Ulva aponogeton
Aponogeton ulvaceus
PlantFreshwater
Aponogeton ulvaceus is a plant with a tuberous rhizome. Its leaves are broad, wavy, soft green, reaching up to 50 cm in length. They are translucent and very decorative. The plant produces a flower stalk with white flowers. It grows quickly under optimal conditions. Like A. crispus, it may enter a dormant period. It is ideal as a background plant in large aquariums.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22–28 |
| pH | 6–7.5 |
| GH | 3–10 |
| KH | 2–6 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 15 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.5 |
Care
Difficulty3/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank150 L
Min. group1
Adult size50 cm
Lifespan5 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Similar to A. crispus: moderate to intense lighting, rich substrate, soft to moderately hard water, pH 6.0-7.5, temperature 22-28°C. Enjoys CO2 and fertilizers. A winter dormant period is recommended. Beware of burrowing fish that may uproot the tuber. Not demanding but performs best with regular care.