Crinum natans
Crinum natans
PlantFreshwater
Crinum natans is an aquatic bulb plant from West Africa. Its leaves can reach 1.5 meters in length, wavy and dark green. The bulb should be partially buried in the substrate. It produces white lily-like flowers when emergent. Growth is slow to moderate. It prefers soft to moderately hard water. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate various conditions.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22–28 |
| pH | 6–7.5 |
| GH | 2–12 |
| KH | 2–8 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 2 |
Care
Difficulty2/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank100 L
Min. group1
Adult size150 cm
Lifespan5 ans
TemperamentPeaceful
Care notes
Temperature 22-28°C, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 2-12, KH 2-8. Moderate to high lighting. CO2 recommended for better growth. Nutrient-rich substrate. Minimum tank size 100L. Background or solitary specimen. Propagation by bulb division. Compatible with most peaceful fish.