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Oligo-elements deficiencies

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Oligo-elements deficiencies

Symptoms

Lack of iron, the most important trace element causes chlorosis. Yellow leaves, friable and glassy, ​​which end up falling.

Cause (s)

Insufficient fertilization, potassium deficiency, excess phosphates. In aquariums that receive balanced contributions, alkalinity of too high water (pH greater than 7).

Remedy

Regular contributions of a fertilizer for aquatic plants rich in iron or daily contributions of trace elements; If necessary, decrease the carbonate levels.
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