Ulva aponogeton

Aponogeton ulvaceus

Familia : Aponogetonaceae

PlantaAgua dulcerhizome

A plant with large, wavy light green leaves resembling sea lettuce, very decorative in the aquarium.

Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor
Bioma
Grands lacs africains (hors Malawi/Tanganyika), Madagascar.

Descripción

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.

Hábitat

Región :

This species is endemic to Madagascar, where it grows in calm, shallow waters of rivers and lakes, on sandy or muddy bottoms. The water is generally soft and acidic, with tropical temperatures. It forms large rosettes of wavy leaves.

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2228 °C
pH67.5
GH310 °dGH
KH26 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 15 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L

Cuidado

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

Notas de cuidado

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.

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