Bolivian aponogeton

Aponogeton boiivianus

Familia : Aponogetonaceae

PlantaAgua dulcerhizome

Rhizome plant with long wavy leaves, ideal for background. Occasionally flowers in aquarium.

Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor
Bioma
+1
Bassin amazonien : eaux douces chaudes, acides, noires ou claires.

Descripción

Bolivian aponogeton produces light green ribbon-like leaves, slightly wavy, up to 50 cm. It requires rich substrate and moderate lighting. A winter rest period can stimulate flowering. It is sensitive to iron deficiency.

Hábitat

Región :

Freshwater rivers and lakes, flooded areas

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2228 °C
pH67.5
GH310 °dGH
KH26 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 2 mg/L

Cuidado

Dificultad
3/5
Dieta
Fotosintético
Tanque mín.
50 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
50 cm
Esperanza de vida
3 años
Temperamento
Pacífico
Propagación

Notas de cuidado

Plant rhizome in nutrient-rich substrate. Avoid burying completely. Add iron-rich liquid fertilizer. A rest period (temperature drop) can be beneficial.

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